HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport 1CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
MEMORANDUM
Date: December 10, 2009
To: City Clerk's Office
From: City Of Renton
Subject: Land Use File Closeout
Please complete the following information to facilitate project closeout and indexing by the City
Clerk's Office,
Project Name:
Center Downtown Code Amendments
LUA (file) Number:
LUA-07-130, ECF
Cross -References:
AIKA's:
Downtown Code Amendments Docket #06-29
Project Manager:
Erika Conkling
Acceptance Date:
November 1, 2007
Applicant:
City of Renton
Owner:
N/A
Contact:
Erika Conkling, City of Renton
PID Number:
multiple
ERC Decision Date:
November 26, 2007
ERC Appeal Date:
December 17, 2007
Administrative Denial:
Appeal Period Ends:
Public Hearing Date:
Date Appealed to HEX:
By Whom:
HEX Decision:
Date:
Date Appealed to Council:
By Whom:
Council Decision:
Date:
Mylar Recording Number:
Project Description: Code amendment to eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay; Amending the
parking regulation's; expanding the pedestrian district overlay; amending the boundary of the City
Center sign regulations; and
minor changes to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or
short phrases
Location:
Downtown Renton
Comments:
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Advertising Representative of the
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was published on December 1, 2007.
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NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
COMMITTEE
RENTON, WASH INGTON
The Environmental Review Committee has
issued Determination of Non -Significance
for the following project under the authority
of the Renton Municipal Code.
Downtown Code Amendments,
Docket 06-29
LUA07-130, ECFLocatiom Downtown
Renton, Description: Eliminating the
Downtown Core Overlay; Amending
the Parking Regulations; Expanding the
Pedestrian District Overlay; Amending
the boundary of the City Center Sign
Regulations; and minor changes to
correct scivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
Appeals of the environmental determination
must be filed in writing on or before 5:00
PM on December 17, 2007. Appeals must
be filed in writing together with the required
$75.00 application fee with: Hearing
Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals
to the Examiner are governed by City of
Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11U.B.
Additional information regarding the appeal
process may be obtained from the Renton
City Clerk's Office, (425) 410-6510.
Published in the Renton Reporter on
December 1, 2007. #24728
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(Signature of Sende
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
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COUNTY OF KING )
certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Judith Subia signed this instrument and
acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes men coned in the
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Downtown Code Amendments, Docket #06-29
LUA07-130, ECF
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(ERC DETERMINATIONS)
Dept. of Ecology *
WDFW - Larry Fisher *
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Dept.
Environmental Review Section
1775 121h Ave NW, Ste 201
Attn: Karen Walter or SEPA Reviewer
PO Box 47703
Issaquah, WA 98027
39015 172nd Avenue SE
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Auburn, WA 98092
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Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program
Attn: Ramin Pazooki
4717 W Marginal Way SW
Attn: Ms Melissa Calvert
King Area Dev. Serv., MS-240
Seattle, WA 98106-1514
39015 172nd Avenue SE
PO Box 330310
Aubum, WA 98092-9763
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
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Seattle District Office
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Preservation"
Attn: SEPA Reviewer
Ms. Shirley Marroquin
Attn: Stephanie Kramer
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Olympia, WA 98504-8343
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Olympia, WA 98504-7015
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CITX JF RENTON
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..0 Strategic Planning
Kathy Keolker, Mayor Alex Pietsch, Administrator
November 27, 2007
Washington State
Department of Ecology
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Subject: Environmental Determinations
Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed by
the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on November 26, 2007:
DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE
PROJECT NAME: Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA07-130, ECF
LOCATION: Downtown Renton
DESCRIPTION: Proposed changes include:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the
Downtown Core Overlay:is a subset of the CD zone in which more
urban style development standards are applied (as compared to
the rest of the CD zone). This proposal would apply the
regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the
entire CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism
(higher percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will
be established through the development standards.
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are
currently based on location within the Downtown Core Overlay.
This change would apply the current standards for the Downtown
Core to the entire CD zone. It also amends the minimum amount
of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so
that there is no minimumrequired parking for most commercial
activities in the CD zone. A few other changes have been made to
parking standards, including adding a standard for congregate
residences and a standard for low income attached residences.
• Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian
District overlay limits certain uses from being established on the
ground floor within district boundaries. Primarily these uses are
things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity uses, such
as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light
manufacturing, and retirement residences. Such uses are still
allowed in the pedestrian district, but ;must be on an upper story
or basement/underground. This district would expand from
three blocks on S. 3rd St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.) and
one and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. (Houser Way to S. 2"d St.)
to Include a total of seven blocks on S. 3rd St.(Shattack Ave. S. to
Main Ave. S.), two blocks on Wells Ave. S. (S. 46 St. to S. 2"d St.)
and one block on Logan Ave. S. (S. 3`d St. to S. 2"d St:), two blocks
on Burnett Ave. S. (S. 4ch St./Houser Way to S. 2"d St.), two blocks
1055 South Grady Way - Renton, Washington 980.57 R E N T O N
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November 27, 2007
on Williams Ave. S. (S. 4`h St. to S. 2°d SO, two blocks on Main
Ave. S. (S. 4'4 St. to S. 21d St.), three blocks on Houser Way
(Burnett Ave. .S.J S. 4"' St. to Main Ave. S./S. 3rd St.), three blocks
on S. 4th St. (Burnett Ave. S.JHouser Way to Main Ave. S.) and
four blocks on S. 2nd St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.).
• Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations.
The boundary will be amended to coincide with the same
boundary for Urban Design District `A'.
a Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on
December 17, 2007. Appeals. must be filed in writing together with the required $15.00 application fee
with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton; WA 98057. Appeals to the
Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-5-110.B. Additional information
regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
If you have questions, please call me. at (425).430-6578.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Erika Conkling
Senior Planner
cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division,
WD.FW, Stewart Reinbold
David F. Dietzman, Department.of Natural. Resources
WSDOT, Northwest Region
Duwamish Tribal Office
Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe (Ordinance)
Melissa Calvert, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program
US Army Corp. of Engineers
Stephanie Kramer, Office of Archaeology c 4, Woric' Preservation
Enclosure
CITY OF RENTON
DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE
APPLICATION NUMBER: LUA07-130, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT NAME: Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Eliminating the Dowtown Core Overlay; Amending the Parking
Regulations; Expanding the Pedestiran District Overlay; Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign
Regulations; and minor changes to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Downtown Renton
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
This Determination of Non -Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before5:00 PM on December 1.7, 2007.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75,00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton,
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code
Section 4-8-110.6. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton Cify Clerk's
Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLICATION DATE: December 1, 2007
DATE OF DECISION: November 26, 2007
SIGNATURES:
gg zi rm A istrator p to 1. David Daniels, Fire Chief Dat
Plannin 1 ildi glPublic Works Fire Department
Terry Higashiyama, Admin trator Date Alex Pietsch, Administrator Da
Community Services EDNSP
CITY OF RENTGN
DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE
APPLICATION NUMBER: LUA07-130, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT NAME: Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Eliminating the Dowtown Core Overlay; Amending the Parking
Regulations; Expanding the Pedestiran District Overlay; Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign
Regulations; and minor changes to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Downtown Renton
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
This Determination of Non -Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on December 17, 2007.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton,
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code
Section 4-8-110.B. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's
Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLICATION DATE:
DATE OF DECISION:
SIGNATURES:
rm Aistrator
dg/Public Works
P't"
Terry Higashlyama, Admin' trator
Community Services
December 1, 2007
November 26, 2007
D to I. David Daniels, Fire Chief
Fire Department
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Date Alex Pietsch, Administrator
EDNSP
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CITY OF RENTON
DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE
APPLICATION NUMBER: LUA07-130, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT NAME: Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Eliminating the Dowtown Core Overlay; Amending the Parking
Regulations; Expanding the Pedestiran District Overlay; Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign
Regulations; and minor changes to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Downtown Renton
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
This Determination of Non -Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination mast be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on December 17, 2007.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with; Hearing Examiner, City of Renton,
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code
Section 4-8-110.B. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's
Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLICATION DATE:
DATE OF DECISION:
SIGNATURES:
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GrVgg Zi r r- Adrfifhistrator
Planrnn / ildi glPublic Works
Terry Higashiyama, AdminA trator
Community Services
December 1, 2007
November 26, 2007
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Fire Department
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Alex Pietsch, Administrator
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Overlapping Boundaries in Renton's Downtown
CD Zone
Design District 'A' Boundary
Downtown Core
City Center Sign Boundary
Pedestrian District
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE
November 26, 2007
To:
Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator
Terry Higashiyama, Community Services Administrator
I. David Daniels, Fire Chief
Alex Pietsch, EDNSP Administrator
From:
Jennifer Henning, Development Planning
Meeting Date:
Monday, November 26, 2007
Time:
3:00 PM
Location:
Sixth Floor Conference Room #620
Agenda listed below.
409 Whitworth (Hiaains)
LUA07-125, SA-H, ECF
A 5-story condominium project with associated structured parking accessed from a public alley at the rear of the
site. Sixteen condominium units with a density of 97 dwelling units per acre. Zoned Center Downtown within the
Urban Center- Downtown Comprehensive Plan land use designation.
Downtown Code Amendments (Conklina)
LUA07-130, ECF
Proposed changes include:
■ Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay;
■ Amending the Parking Regulations;
■ Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay;
■ Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations;
■ Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
cc: K. Keolker, Mayor
J. Covington, Chief Administrative Officer
S. Dale Estey, EDNSP Director
C. Walls, Fire Prevention
N. Watts, P/B/PW Development Services Director
F. Kaufman. Hearing Examiner
B. Van Horne, Fire Prevention O
J. Medzegian, Council
P. Hahn, PIBIPW Transportation Systems Director
R. Lind, Economic Development
L. Warren, City Attorney O
STAFF
REPORT
A. BACKGROUND
City of Renton
Department of Economic Development, Neighborhoods and
Strategic Planning
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
ERC MEETING DATE
November 26, 2007
Project Name
Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
Applicant
City of Renton
File Number
LUA 07-130, ECF
Project Manager
Erika Conkling
Project Description
Proposed changes include:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core
Overlay is a subset of the CD zone in which more urban style development
standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This proposal
would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the entire
CD zone_ As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher percentage of
lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through the development
standards_
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on
location within the Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current
standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also amends the
minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so
that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the CD
zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
• Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits
certain uses from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries.
Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity
uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing,
and retirement residences_ Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district,
but must be on an upper story or basement/underground. This district would
expand from three blocks on S. 3`d St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.) and one
and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. (Houser Way to S. 2nd St.) to include a total of
seven blocks on S. 3`d Stphattuck Ave_ S. to Main Ave. S.), two blocks on Wells
Ave. S. (S. 41h St. to S. 2n St.) and one block on Logan Ave. S. (S. 3`d St. to S. 2nd
St.), two blocks on Burnett Ave. S. (S. 41h St./Houser Way to S. 2nd St.), two blocks
on Williams Ave. S.(S. 41h St. to S. 2nd St.), two blocks on Main Ave. S. (S. 41h St_ to
S. 2"d St.), three blocks on Houser Way (Burnett Ave. Sd S. 41h St. to Main Ave.
S /S 3'd St) three blocks on S. 41h St. (Burnett Ave. S./Houser Way to Main Ave.
S.) and four blocks on S. 2nd St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.).
• Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will be
amended to coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District 'A'.
• Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short
phrases.
Project Location Map ERCReportdoe
City of Renton EDNSP Department E nmental Review Committee Staff Report
DOWNTOWN CODE AMENDMENTS DOCKET 06-29 _ LUA-07-130 ECF
REPORT AND DECISION OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Page2 of3
Project Location Downtown Renton: southwest of the Cedar river, west of 1-405, north of Grady Way,
east of Rainier Avenue, and south of Airport Way.
Exist. Bldg. Area gsf
N/A
Proposed New Bldg. Area gsf
N/A
Site Area
Approximately 175 acres
Total Building Area gsf
N/A
B. RECOMMENDATION
Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials
make the following Environmental Determination:
DETERMINATION OF
NON -SIGNIFICANCE
X I Issue DNS with 14 day Appeal Period.
DETERMINATION OF
NON- SIGNIFICANCE- MITIGATED.
Issue DNS-M with 15 day Comment Period
with Concurrent 14 day Appeal Period.
issue DNS with 15 day Comment Period rIssuweDNS-M with 15 day Comment Period
with Concurrent 14 day Appeal Period. d by a 14 day Appeal Period.
C. MITIGATION MEASURES
None required for this non -project action.
D. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
In compliance with RCW 43.21 C. 240, the following non -project environmental review
addresses only those impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development
standards and environmental regulations.
9. Transportation
Im�ac_ts: None identified for this non -project legislative action. Future commercial development would not be required
to construct on -site parking within the CD zone, which could result in a greater demand for the use of existing surface
parking lots and existing on -street parking. At the present time, few commercial businesses in the downtown area
have on -site, off-street parking lots and there is a large supply of on -street and off-street parking facilities.
Mitigation Measures: None.
E. COMMENTS OF REVIEWING DEPARTMENTS
The proposal has been circulated to City Departmental / Divisional Reviewers for their review. Where
applicable, these comments have been incorporated into the text of this report as Mitigation Measures
and/or Notes to Applicant.
X Copies of all Review Comments are contained in the Official File.
Copies of all Review Comments are attached to this report.
Environmental Determination Appeal Process Appeals of the environmental determination must be
filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, December 17, 2007.
ERC Report.doc
City of Renton EDNSP Department ronmental Review Committee Staff Report
DOWNTOWN CODE AMENDMENTS DOCKET 06-29 L "-07--130 ECF
REPORT AND DECISION OF NOYEMBER 26, 2007 Page3 of 3
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of
Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton
Municipal Code Section 4-8-110. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the
Renton City Clerk's Office, (425)-430-6510.
ERC Report.doc
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:P&q—COMMENTS
DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, EC F
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SHEET TO 7�
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct shiner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
Land/Shoreline Use
Animals
Environmental Health
Energy/
Natural Resources
C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable l'
Mino
Imp
robableN
kajol
-pacts
More
Information
Necessary
Housing
Aesthetics
Li ht/Glare
Recreation
Utilities
Transportation
Public Services
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment'
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
t
We have reviewed this application with partic tar attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional kiformation is needed to properly assess this proposal,
Signature of Director or Aothorized Representative
Date3
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Pub forks
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:�f 'k
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SHEET TO
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
Laod/Shorehne Use
Animals
Environmental Health
Energy/
Natural Resources
B. POLICY -RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE -RELATED COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Housing
Aesthetics
Li hUGfare
Recreation
Utilities
Transportation
Public Services
Histonc/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional i o ao is needed to properly assess this proposal.
Signat f Dire r or Authorized Rep esentative Date
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STAFF
REPORT
A. BACKGROUND
ERC MEETING DATE
Project Name
Applicant
File Number
Project Manager
City of Renton
Department of Economic Development, Neighborhoods and
Strategic Planning
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
November 26, 2007
Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
City of Renton
LUA 07-130, ECF
Erika Conkling
Project Description Proposed changes include:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core
Overlay is a subset of the CD zone in which more urban style development
standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This proposal
would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the entire
CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher percentage of
lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through the development
standards.
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on
location within the Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current
standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also amends the
minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so
that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the CD
zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
• Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits
certain uses from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries.
Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity
uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing,
and retirement residences. Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district,
but must be on an upper story or basementlunderground. This district would
expand from three blocks on S. 3rd St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.) and one
and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. (Houser Way to S_ 2nd St_) to include a total of
seven blocks on S. 3rd S!J.Shattuck Ave. S. to Main Ave_ S.), two blocks on Wells
Ave. S. (S. 41h St. to S. 2 St.) and one block on Logan Ave. S. (S. 3`d St. to S. 2nd
St.), two blocks on Burnett Ave. S. (S. 41h St./Houser Way to S. 2nd St.), two blocks
on Williams Ave. S.(S. 41h St. to S. 2n4
St.), two blocks on Main Ave. S. (S. 41h St. to
S 2nd St.), three blocks on Houser Way (Burnett Ave. S.i S. 41h St. to Main Ave.
S./S. 3"d St.), three blocks on S. 4th St. (Burnett Ave. S./Houser Way to Main Ave.
S.) and four blocks on S. 2nd St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.).
• Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will be
amended to coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District 'A'.
• Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short
phrases.
Project Location Map ERCReporldoc
'City of Renton EDNSP Department onmental Review Committee StaffReport
DOWNTOWN CODE AMENDMENTS DOCKET 06-29 LUA-07-130 ECF
REPORT AND DECISION OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Paget of 3
Project Location Downtown Renton: southwest of the Cedar river, west of 1-405, north of Grady Way,
east of Rainier Avenue, and south of Airport Way.
Exist. Bldg. Area gsf
N/A
Proposed New Bldg. Area gsf
NIA
Site Area
Approximately 175 acres
Total Building Area gsf
N/A
B. RECOMMENDATION
Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials
make the following Environmental Determination:
DETERMINATION OF
NON -SIGNIFICANCE
X I Issue DNS with 14 day Appeal Period.
DETERMINATION OF
NON- SIGNIFICANCE- MITIGATED.
Issue DNS-M with 15 day Comment Period
with Concurrent 14 day Appeal Period.
Issue DNS with 15 day Comment Period Issue DNS-M with 15 day Comment Period
with Concurrent 14 day Appeal Period. I followed by a 14 day Appeal Period.
C. MITIGATION MEASURES
None required for this non -project action.
D. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
In compliance with RCW 43.21 C. 240, the following non -project environmental review
addresses only those impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development
standards and environmental regulations.
1. Transportation
Impacts; None identified for this non -project legislative action. Future commercial development would not be required
to construct on -site parking within the CD zone, which could result in a greater demand for the use of existing surface
parking lots and existing on -street parking. At the present time, few commercial businesses in the downtown area
have on -site, off-street parking lots and there is a large supply of on -street and off-street parking facilities.
Mitigation Measures: None.
E. COMMENTS OF REVIEWING DEPARTMENTS
The proposal has been circulated to City Departmental / Divisional Reviewers for their review. Where
applicable, these comments have been incorporated into the text of this report as Mitigation Measures
and/or Notes to Applicant.
X Copies of all Review Comments are contained in the Official File.
Copies of all Review Comments are attached to this report.
Environmental Determination Appeal Process Appeals of the environmental determination must be
filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, December 17, 2007.
ERC Report,doc
'City of Renton EDNSP Department onmental Review Committee Staff Report
DOWNTOWN CODE AMENDMENTS DOCKET 06-29 LUA-07-130 ECF
REPORT AND DECISION OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Page3 of 3
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of
Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton
Municipal Code Section 4-8-110. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the
Renton City Clerk's Office, (425)-430-6510.
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ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:KUIV4�4�f
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COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF U
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin
PROJECT TITLE. Center Downtown Code Amendments
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SHEETJ0rq,,,,,
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX Yet
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
Land/Shoreline Use
Animals
Environmental Health
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B. POLICY -RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS
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Environment
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Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
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Information
Necessary
Housing
Aesthetics
1i ht/Glare
Recreation
Utilities
Transe2rtation
Public Services
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
We h ve review�d this ap r ron Oh particula5poentiog1to those areas in which we have expertise and have id tiir areas of probable impact or
area whe diti ati rs needed per! ssess this proposal.
Date
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:
COMMENTS DIE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007 �'" �� � � 1,'`
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin'"
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
V15i )!
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW 914��'��
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
LandlShoretine Use
Animals
Environmental Health
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Natural Resources
B. POLICY-RELA TED COMMENTS
K ""c.
C. CODE -RELATED COMMENTS
N0VJZ_
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Environment
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Minor
Impacts
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Major
Impacts
More
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Necessary
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Aesthetics
Li ht/Gfare
Recreation
Utilities
Transportation
Pubfic Services
HistoriclCultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10, 000 Feet
14.000 Feet
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional inf rmation is needed to properly assess this ptoposaf.
Signa ur of Director or Aulffdhzed Representative Date
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: Tlr u
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SHEET TO
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL. IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
Land/Shoreline Use
Animals
Environmental Health
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B. POLICY RELATED COMMENTS
N c C-a V+i -1-�
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Aesthetics
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Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
Fq 0"/ -- 2 2X7
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
are re additional, information is needed to property assess this proposal.
Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: Q
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF
DATE CIRCULATED. NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
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PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling rJ E C E I V E D
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SKEET -ta
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOGR�&X ... -
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivnet's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
water
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Land/Shoreline Use
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B. POLICY -RELATED COMMENTS
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Transportation
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Historic/Cultural
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10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional information is needed to property assess this proposal.
or Authorized Representative
Date
City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Pubuc Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW EE
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007 its
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
SITE AREA; Approximately 175 acres
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1. 2007
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkli
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SH
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FLOOR SIX
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL. Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivners errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Wafer
Plants
Land/Shoreline Use
Animals
Environmental Health
Energy/
Naturat Resources
B. POLICY -RELATED COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Housing
Aesthetics
Li ht/Gtare
Recreation
Utilities
Transportation
Public Services
HistarialCultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
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14,000 Feet
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C. CODE -RELATED COMMENTS
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional informatio needed to properly assess this proposal.
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Signature of Director or A thorized Representative Date
STATE OF WASHIN(3T+ -'N
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY, TRADE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
128. 10 Avewte 5W • PO 90X 42i2a d,(360) 725.4W0
October 30, 2007
Erika Conkling
Senior Planner
City of Renton Department of Economic Development
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Ms. Conkling:
Thank you for sending the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development
(CTED) the following materials as required under RCW 36.70A.106. Please keep this letter as documentation
that you have met this procedural requirement.
City of Renton - Proposal to adopt amendments to development regulations. Center downtown
regulations - 2007 item 6-29. These materials were received on 10/29/2007 and processed with the
Material ID # 12309.
We have forwarded a copy of this notice to other state agencies. If this is a draft amendment, adopted
amendments should be sent to CTED within ten days of adoption and to any other state agencies who
commented on the draft.
If you have any questions, please call me at (360) 725-3063.
Sincerely,
BAda ` qg
!
Sam Wentz
GIS Coordinator
Growth Management Services
Enclosure
CITY OF RENTON
CURRENT PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 261h day of October, 2007, 1 deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope
containing Project Narrative and Justification and Code Amendments documents. This information
was sent to:
Office of CTED
(Signature of Sender)_
STATE OF WASHINGTON }
} SS
COUNTY OF KING }
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Judith Subia signed this instrument and
acknowledged it to be hislherltheir free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the
instrument.
Dated:
Notary (Print):
My appointment expires:
Notary Public in aro fbr the Sate o igtb4
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WA`3�'�'~
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Downtown Code Amendments, Docket 06-29
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template - affidavit of service by mailing
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Kathy Keolker, Mayor
October 26, 2007
Review Team, Growth Management Services
Office of Community, Trade, and Economic Development
906 Columbia Street SW
Olympia, WA 98504-2525
CITY JF RENTON
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and
Strategic Planning
Alex Pietsch, Administrator
RE: Notice of Intent to Adopt Amendments to the City of Renton Development Regulations
Dear CTED Review Team:
In accordance with RCW 36.70A.106, the City of Renton notifies the Office of Community, Trade, and
Economic Development of the intent to adopt amendments to its Development Regulations.
Thank you for your assistance with this process. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at
425.430.6578.
Sincerely,
Erika Conkling
Senior Planner
f055 South Grady Way - Renton, Washington 98057
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Project Narrative and Justification -
Center Downtown Regulations- 2007 Docket Item 0-29
At present there are several layers of regulations in effect for Renton's downtown:
Center Downtown (CD) zoning regulations, Downtown Core Overlay, Pedestrian District
Overlay, City Center Sign Regulations, and Urban Design Regulations District `A'. In
addition, these regulations all have different geographical boundaries. This creates an
implementation problem, as well as a problem with regulatory fairness. As a result, this
docket item was initiated to simplify regulation in Renton's downtown by eliminating,
expanding, or changing the boundaries of some of these regulatory districts and
overlays.
Changes include the following:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core
Overlay is a subset of the CD zone in which more urban style development
standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This proposal
would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the
entire CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher
percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through
the development standards.
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on
location within the Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current
standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also amends the
minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so
that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the
CD zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay, The Pedestrian District overlay limits
certain uses from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries.
Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity
uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing,
and retirement residences. Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district,
but must be on an upper story or basement/underground. This district would
expand from three blocks on S. 3Id St. and one and a half blocks on Wells Ave.
S. to include a total of seven blocks on S. 3rd St., two blocks on Wells Ave. S. and
one block on Logan Ave. S., two blocks on Burnett Ave. S., two blocks on
Williams Ave. S., two blocks on Main Ave. S., three blocks on Houser Way S.,
three blocks on S. 4fn St. and four blocks on S. 2"d St. See attached map for
further details.
Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will
be amended to coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District `A'.
Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short
phrases.
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4-2-010
E ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS ON LAND USE:
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
ZONING MAP SYMBOL
Automall Restrictions
Dot Pattern
Public Use Designation
"P"
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
REFERENCE OR CODE SECTION NO.
Airport -Compatible Land Use Restrictions
RMC 4-3-020
Aquifer Protection Area
RMC 4-3-050
Automall Improvement District
RMC 4-3-040
l�-#fe,3
R44C 4 2 0701,,,,,a 4-080G
Downtown Pedestrian District
RMC 4-2-070L and 4-2-080D
Northeast Fourth Street Business District
RMC 4-3-040
"P" Suffix Procedures
RMC 4-3-080
Planned Unit Development
RMC 4-9-150
Rainier Avenue Business District
RMC 4-3-040
Restrictive Covenants
See Property Title Report
f Village Residential Bonus Dist+iet
n G 4 3 09-5
entej,
Sunset Blvd. Business District
RMC 4-3-040
Urban — t r1'n:• ga , ei l- yDe,J I
Districts (Areas A,„„ B, - C;" ` i?,,
and "E")
RMC 4-3-100
4-2-080 C DOWNTOWN COR ► uF A : (RESERVED)
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4-2-080 D DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT
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Downtown Renton - Pedestrian District
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4-2-120B
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL ZONING
DESIGNATIONS
CD CO
COR
LOT DIMENSIONS
Minimum Lot Size for
None
25,000 sq. ft.
None
lots created after July
11, 1993
Minimum Lot
None
None
None
Width/Depth for lots
created after July 11,
1993
LOT COVERAGE
Maximum Lot
120F prep —es
65%/0 of total lot
65% of total lot
Coverage for
leeale(lAvithifi4he
area or 75%19 if
area or 75% if
Buildings
4)ewiitown Cer-e
parking is
parking is provided
Area": -'-None.
provided within
within the building
Feies
the building or
or within a parking
1ecatw ,,�
within a parking
garage.25
De t.—& t 4�
garage.
A -G0/ .,Fre4-..1
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lei ara-or " 4f
ID
Lit -
or mA4 4n-a- a
DENSITY Net Density in Dwelling Units per Net Acre)
25 dwelling units
NA
Where a
Minimum Net
per net acre.9
development
Residential Density
The minimum
involves a mix of
density
uses then minimum
requirements shall
residential density
not apply to the
shall be 16
subdivision and/or
dwelling units per
development of a
net acre.9,25
legal lot 1/2 acre or
When proposed
less in size as of
development does
March 1, 1995.
not involve a mix
of uses, then
minimum
residential density
shall be 5 dwelling
twits per net
acre.9,25
The same area
used for
commercial and
office development
can also be used to
calculate
residential density.
Where commercial
and/or office areas
are utilized in the
calculation of
density, the City
may require
restrictive
covenants to
ensure the
maximum density
is not exceeded
should the property
be subdivided or in
another mariner
made available for
separate lease or
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conveyance.
Maximum Net
100 dwellin units
NA
COR 1 and 2
Residential Density
per net acre.
(Generally the
Density may be
Stoneway
increased to 150
Concrete Site and
dwelling units per
Port Quendall
net acre subject to
Site, respectively):
Administrative
25 dwelling units
Conditional Use
per net acre,
approval.
without bonus.
Bonus density may
be achieved subject
to noted
requirements in
RMC 4-9-065,
Density Bonus
Review.9
COR 3 (Generally
the Southport Site
and Fry's Site):
50 dwelling units
per net acre.9,25
The same area
used for
commercial and
office development
can also be used to
calculate
residential density.
Where commercial
and/or office areas
are utilized in the
calculation of
density, the City
may require
restrictive
covenants to
ensure the
maximum density
is not exceeded
should the property
be subdivided or in
another maimer
made available for
separate lease or
conveyance.
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SETBACKS
Minimum Front
thin Do tow
Buildings less
Determined
Yard1s
Boa:}�
than 25 ft. in
through site
None.
height: 15 ft.`9
development plan
Buildings 25 ft.
review.22,24,25
Out -side
to 80 ft. in
Down town -Gore
height: 20 ft.13,19
+ezF' #
Buildings over 80
W4—. far- e fifs
ft. in height: 30
25 ft. buii1`1in
ft 13,19
E,f
1 ht.-
1-5 f4. 44 that
fell a
ifl.ht.
Maximum Front
15 fl. — for
_
None
Determined
Yard"
buildings 25 ft. or
through site
less in height.
development plan
None -- for that
review.22,24,2s
portion of a
building over 25 ft,
in height.
Minimum Side Yard
-NVkh-i& own49
15 ft. for
Determined
Along A Street18
C. A r 0- At� `
buildings less than
through site
None
25 ft. in height.
development plan
0Utsid-e
20 ft.""' -- for
review.22,24,25
buildings 25 ft. to
r-es3'}
80 ft. in height.
gram.--i4 Wie fiis4
30 ft.""'—for
f i-kl�
buildings over 80
1 iht,
ft. in height.
-15 ft. 1 that
of bufl(Iiiii
o- -el• -2 5`1--it4
15 ft. -- #or
None
Determined
Maximum Side Yard
buildings 25 ft. or
through site
Along A Street18
less in height.
development plan
None -- for that
review.22,24,25
portion of a
building over 25 ft.
in height.
Minimum Freeway
10 ft. landscaped
10 ft. landscaped
10 ft. landscaped
Frontage Setback
setback from the
setback from the
setback from the
property line,
property line.
property line.
Minimum Rear Yard
None, unless the
None required,
Determined
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Minimum Side Yard
Clear Vision Area
CD lot abuts a
residential zone,
RG, R 1-:-° 4,-i- 8,
DAD 1 �1rc-x� eri NI-
T —,then there shall
be a 15 f1.
landscaped strip or
a 5 ft. wide sight -
obscuring
landscaped strip
and a solid 6 ft.
high barrier used
along the common
None
NA
ON -SITE LANDSCAPING
Minimum On -site Within
Landscape Width — ire �A_V P_ -A '. '-None
Along the Street 9utIe
Frontage Downtown Core
Minimum On -site None
Landscape Width
Required Along the
Street Frontage When
a Commercial Lot is
Adjaeents to Property
Zoned R-1, R-4, R-S,
R-10, R-14, or RM
except, 15 ft. if
abutting a
residential zone,
D 1 D A R 4 l]
li.
None required,
except 15 ft. if
abutting or
adjacent to a
residential zone;
t] 1 o n a Q A
1F); i_ 14, ef-R-M-
In no case shall a
structure over 42
in. in height
intrude into the 20
ft. clear vision
area defined in
RMC 4-11-030.
10 ft., except
where reduced
through the site
development plan
review process.
15 ft. sight -
obscuring
landscaping.If the
street is a
designated
arterial,l non -
sight -obscuring
Iandscaping shall
be provided
through site
development plan
review.22,24,25
Determined
through site
development plan
MVlew,22,24,25
In no case shall a
structure over 42
in. in height
intrude into the 20
ft, clear vision area
defined in RMC 4-
11-03 0.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
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Minimum Landscape
Width Required When
a Commercial Lot is
AbUtting7 Property
Zoned Residential
Minimum On -site
Landscape Width
Required Along the
Street Frontage When
a Commercial Zoned.
Lot is Adjacent' to
Property Zoned
Commercial, Office or
Public/Quasi, i.e., CN,
CV, CA, CD, CO, or
COR
HEIGHT
Maximum Building
Height
15 ft. landscaped
strip consistent with
the definition of
landscaped visual
barrier in RNIC 4-
11-120; or 5 ft,
wide sight -
obscuring
landscaped strip
and a solid 6 ft.
high barrier used
along the common
boundary of
residentially zoned
property RC;-RA1
1i RM I; p A 4 161
> i ,�c�vz-
RE
95 ft.
unless otherwise
determined by the
Reviewing
Official through
the site
development plan
review process.3
15 ft, wide
landscaped visual
barrier consistent
with the definition
in RMC 4-11-120,
when abutting a
residentially
zoned property;
-14) R. 14i3f
R?d.A 10 ft, sight -
obscuring
landscape strip
may be allowed
through the site
development plan
review process, 3,4
15 ft, wide sight -
obscuring
landscape strip,
250 ft.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
COR 1 (Generally
the Stoneway
Concrete Site): 10
stories and/or 125
f 6,14
COR 2 and 3
(Generally the
Port Quendall
Site, Fry's Site
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and the Southport
Site): 10 stories
and/or 125 ft.;
provided, the
master plan
includes a balance
of building height,
bulk and density;
and provided, that
in the COR 3 Zone
only, buildings or
portions of
buildings which
are within 100 ft.
of the shoreline
shall not exceed a
maximum height
of 75 ft.25
Maximum Building
20 ft. mare than the
20 ft. more than
Determined
Height When a
maximum height
the maximum
through site
Building is Abutting? a
allowed in the
height allowed in
development plan
Lot Designated as
abutting residential
the abutting
review.25
Residential
zone, PGR 1, R4,
residential zone-;
RG, R '-z 4,
R 10, K 1.4, er
l N4,6,17
,
10, n 14, or nM 6
Maximum Height for
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-
Wireless
140G.
140G.
140G.
Communication
Facilities
SCREENING
See RMC 4-4-095.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-095.
Minimum Required
095.
for Outdoor Loading,
Repair, Maintenance,
Storage or Work
Areas; Surface -
Mounted Utility and
Mechanical
Equipment; Roof Top
Equipment (Except for
Telecommunication
Equipment)
Refuse or Recycling
See RMC 4-4-090.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-090,
090.
PARKING AND LOADING
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General
Required Location for
Parking
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-13
Fo"reper-ties
1o" to d-tm-ts ide4h-e
1rG
Area!
>�c►r--lets-���ttin �;
--a�11f�=Ali
parking shall be
provided in the rear
portion of the yard,
and -with access
shall e-taken from
4i--an alley, when
available. -
-Yarling
shall not be locat<-,d
in the front vat
nor in a side . ay rd or
rear Ord faci Li to e
street. Parking
jy b located o�d'f-
site or sobiect to a
Ol 1pt_ j74iri%lIl
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
General I NA
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-
13.
NA
A pedestrian
connection shall
be provided from
a public entrance
to the street,
unless the
Reviewing
Official
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-
13. Direct arterial
access to
individual
structures shall
occur only when
alternative access
to local or collector
streets or
consolidated
access with
adjacent uses is not
feasible.
NA
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
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determines that
the requirement
would unduly
endanger the
edestrian.
SIGNS
General
See RMC 4-4-100.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-100.
100.
LOADING DOCKS
Location
For permitted
Not permitted on
Determined
manufacturing and
the side of the lot
through site
fabrication uses,
adjacent or
development plan
parking, docking
abutting to a
review.
and loading areas
residential zone,
for truck traffic
n ' P ^, R °, ti
,
shall be off-street
o ""
„' R 14,
er
and screened from
1.3
view of abutting
public streets.
DUMPSTER/RECYCLING
COLLECTION AREA
Size and Location of
See RMC 4-4-090.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-090.
Refuse or Recycling
090.
Areas
CRITICAL AREAS
General
See RMC 4-3-050
See RMC 4-3-050
See RMC 4-3-050
and 4-3-090.
and 4-3-090.
and 4-3-090.
SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Design Guidelines
See RMC 4-3-100
NA
NA
for Urban Center
Design Overlay
regulations
applicable to
residential
buildings.
4-2-120C
CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TABLES FOR
COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
11, See-RNIC 4-2 080C. Reserved.
20. "Public Suffix" (P) properties are allowed the
following height bonus: Publicly owned structures shall be permitted an additional fifteen
feet (15') in height above that otherwise permitted in the zone if "pitched roofs," as
defined herein, are used for at least sixty percent (60%) or more of the roof surface of
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both primary and accessory structures. In addition, in zones where the maximum
permitted building height is less than seventy five feet (75'), the maximum height of a
publicly owned structure may be increased as follows, up to a maximum height of
seventy five feet (75') to the highest point of the building:
a. When abutting a public street, one additional foot of
height for each additional one and one half feet (1-1/2') of perimeter building setback
beyond the minimum street setback required at street level unless such setbacks are
otherwise discotuaged-{-e:-g—.,H+s-*..—e-D-avntow4W-ef-Ai-ea; and
b. When abutting a common property line, one
additional foot of height for each additional two feet (2') of perimeter building setback
beyond the minimum required along a common property line; and
C. On lots four (4) acres or greater, five (5) additional
feet of height for every one percent (1 %) reduction below a twenty percent (20%)
maximum lot area coverage by buildings for public amenities such as recreational
facilities, and/or landscaped open space areas, etc., when these are open and accessible to
the public during the day or week.
4-4-080 PARKING, LOADING AND DRIVEWAY REGULATIONS:
B. SCOPE OF PARKING, LOADING AND DRIVEWAY STANDARDS:
1. Applicability:
a. Within the Center Downtown A'-... -4-4-98AC}: This
Section, except for subsections Fl through F9 and J of this Section, shall apply in the
following cases:
i. New Buildings or Structures: If construction replaces an existing building,
only the area exceeding the area of the original structure shall be used to calculate
required parking_
ii. Building/Structure Additions: Only the area exceeding the area of the
original structure shall be used to calculate required parking.
b. Outside the Center Downtown G►�r-eZone_: Off-street parking, loading areas, and
driveways shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this Section in the
following cases:
i. New buildings or structures.
ii. Building/Structure Additions: The enlargement or remodeling of an existing
building/structure by more than one-third (1/3) of the area of the
building/structurc.
iii. Paving or Striping: The paving of a parking lot with permanent surface, or
striping a previously unstriped lot.
iv. Change in Use: The change of all or a portion of a building/structure or land
use to a use rcquiring mo3-e parking than the previous use, as specified in
subsection F10 of this Section, except when located in a shopping center.
v. Activities Requiring Deliveries or Shipments: Uses requiring merchandise
deliveries and/or shipments shall provide adequate permanent off-street loading
space in addition to required parking for the use.
2. Conformance Required: It shall be unlawful for any person hereafter to erect,
construct, enlarge, move or convert any parking lot, parking structure, loading area, or
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driveway in the City or cause or permit the same to be done contrary to or in violation of
any of the provisions of this Section. Driveways shall be constructed to City standards.
3. Plans Required: Where off-street parking is required, except for single-family
dwellings, a plan shall be submitted for approval by the Building Department. The plan
must be accompanied by sufficient proof of ownership that indicates the spaces
contemplated will be permanent.
4. Future Changes to Parking Arrangement: Any future changes in parking
arrangements or number of spaces must be approved by the Development Services
Division.
5. Timing for Compliance:
a. Building Permit Required: No construction, alteration or changes in uses are
permitted until all the information in RMC 4-8-120D16p, Parking Analysis, and 4-8-
120D19s, Site Plan, has been submitted and approved by the appropriate City
departments and building permit has been issued.
b. Requirements Prior to Occupancy Permit: The premises shall not be occupied
until the parking lot is paved, marked, landscaped and lighted (if the lot is to be
illuminated) and an occupancy permit has been issued, unless a deferment has been
granted.
c. Requirements Prior to Business License Issuance; A business license shall not
be issued until an occupancy permit has been issued.
f C. $Olai9VREIIAP: RESERVED
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E. LOCATION OF REQUIRED PARKING:
I. On -Site Parking Required: Required parking as specified herein shall be provided
upon property in the same ownership as the property upon which the building or use
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requiring the specified parking is located or upon leased parking. Off-street parking
facilities shall be located as hereinafter specified:
a. Detached, Semi -Attached and Two (2) Attached Dwellings: On the same lot
with the building they are required to serve.
b. Attached Dwellings Greater Than Three (3) Units: May be on contiguous lot
with the building they are required to serve; provided, the provisions of subsection E2
(Off -Site Parking) of this Section are complied with.
c. Boat Moorages: May have parking areas located not more than six hundred feet
(600') from such moorage facility nor closer than one hundred feet (100') to the
shoreline (see subsection F10 of this Section). Accessible parking as required by the
Washington State Barrier Free Standards can be allowed within one hundred feet
(100') per subsection He of this Section.
d. Other Uses: On the same lot with the principal use except when the conditions as
mentioned in subsection E2 (Off -Site Parking) of this Section are complied with.
2. Off -Site Parking:
a. When Permitted: If sufficient parking is not available on the premises of the use,
a private parking area may be provided off -site, except for single and two (2) family
dwellings.
b. Agreement Required: A parking agreement ensuring that off -site parking is
available for the duration of the use shall be approved by the Development Services
Director, following review by the City Attorney.
c. Additional Information Required: The Development Services Division shall
review the following as part of the permit process:
i. A letter of justification addressing the need for off -site parking and
compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.
ii. A site plan showing all dimensions of parking spaces, aisles, landscaping areas,
adjacent street improvements, curb cuts, and on -site and adjacent uses and
buildings.
d. Fees: No charge for use of such parking area shall be made in any residential zone
except on a weekly or inonthly basis.
e. Maximum Distance to Off -Site Parking Area:
i. Al -eves -Within the Center Downtown CereZone. No distance
requirements apply when both the use and off -site parking are located within the
Center Downtown Got .
ii. Within the UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones: Off -site parking shall be within five
hundred feet (500') of the building or use if it is intended to serve residential uses,
and within one thousand five hundred feet (1,500') of the building or use if it is
intended to serve nonresidential uses.
iii. All Other Zones: Off -site parking shall be within five hundred feet (500') of
the building or use if it is intended to serve residential uses, and within seven
hundred fifty feet (750') of the building or use if it is intended to serve
nonresidential uses.
f. Transportation Management Plan Exception: The Planning/Building Public
Works Department may modify the maximum distance requirements if a
Transportation Management Plan or other acceptable transportation system will
adequately provide for the parking needs of the use and the conditions outlined in
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3. Joint Use Parking Facilities:
a. When Permitted: Joint use of parking facilities may be authorized only for those
uses that have dissimilar peak -hour demands.
b. Agreement Required: A parking agreement ensuring that joint use parking is
available for the duration of the uses shall be approved by the Development Services
Director, following review by the City Attorney.
c. Maximum Distance to Joint Use Parking:
i. All Zenithin the Center Downtown CereZone: No distance
requirements apply when both the use and joint use parking are located within the
Center Downtown-&.r ,
ii. Within the UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones: Joint use parking shall be within seven
hundred fifty Feet (750') of the building or use if it is intended to serve residential
uses, and within one thousand five hundred feet (1,500') of the building or use if it
is intended to serve nonresidential uses.
iii. All Other Zones: Joint use parking shall be within seven hundred fifty feet
(750') of the building or use it is intended to serve.
d. Special Provisions for Subdivision of Shopping Center: Parking areas in
shopping centers may operate as common parking for all uses. If a shopping center is
subdivided, easements and/or restrictive covenants must grant use and provide for
maintenance of common parking and access areas.
F. PARKING LOT DESIGN S"I'ANDARDS
10. Number of Parking Spaces Required:
a. Interpretation of Standards — Minimum and Maximum Number of Spaces: In
determining parking requirements, when a single number of parking spaces is
required by this Code, then that number of spaces is to be interpreted as the general
number of parking spaces required, representing both the minimum and the maximum
number of spaces to be provided for that land use.
When a maximum and a minimum range of required parking is listed in this Code, the
developer or occupant is required to provide at least the number of spaces listed as the
minimum requirement, and may not provide more than the maximum listed in this
Code.
b. Multiple Uses: When a development falls under more than one category, the
parking standards for the most specific category shall apply, unless specifically stated
otherwise.
c. Alternatives:
i. Joint Parking Agree►nents. Approved joint use parking agreements and the
establishment of a Transportation Management Plan (TNIP) may be used as
described in subsections E3 and F1 Oc(ii) of this Section to meet a portion of these
parking requirements. (Aired. Ord. 4790, 9-13-1999)
ii.Transportation Management Plans: A Transportation Management Plan
(TMP) guaranteeing the required reduction in vehicle trips may be substituted in
part or in whole for the parking spaces required, subject to the approval of the
PlanningBuilding/Publie Works Department.
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The developer may seek the assistance of the Planning/Building/Public Works
Department in formulating a Transportation Management Plan. The plan must be
agreed upon by both the City and the developer through a binding contract with
the City of Renton. At a minimum, the Transportation Management Plan will
designate the number of trips to be reduced on a daily basis, the means by which
the plan is to be accomplished, an evaluation procedure, and a contingency plan if
the trip reduction goal cannot be met. If the Transportation Management Plan is
unsuccessful, the developer is obligated to immediately provide additional
measures at the direction of the Planning/Building/Public Works Department,
which may include the requirement to provide full parking as required by City
standards.
d. Modification: The Planning/Building/Public Works Department may authorize a
modification from either the minimum or maximum parking requirements for a
specific development should conditions warrant as described in RMC 4-9-250132.
When seeking a modification from the minimum or maximum parking requirements,
the developer or building occupant shall provide the Planning/Building/Public Works
Department with written justification for the proposed modification.
e. Parking Spaces Required Based on Land Use: Modification of these minimum
or maximum standards requires written approval from the Planning/Building/Public
Works Department
USE
NUMBER OF REQUIRED SPACES
GENERAL:
Mixed occupancies: (2 or 3 different uses in
The total requirements for off-street
the same building or sharing a lot. For 4 or
parking facilities shall be the sum of the
more uses, see "shopping center"
requirements for the several uses
requirements)
computed separately, unless the building
is classified as a "shopping center" as
defined in RMC 4-11-190.
Uses not specifically identified in this
Planning/Building/Public Works
Section:
Department staff shall determine which
of the below uses is most similar based
upon staff experience with various uses
and information provided by the
applicant. The amount of required
parking for uses not listed above shall be
the same as for the most similar use
listed below
RESIDENTIAL USES OUTSEW-ELF-OUTSIDE OF THE CENTER DOWNTOWN
REZONE:
Detached and semi -attached dwellings:
A minimum of 2 per dwelling unit.
Tandem parking is allowed. A
maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked
on a lot, including those vehicles under
repair and restoration, unless kept within
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an enclosed building.
13e", nd F
1 per tiers . Th ,.afki*ase
tf{tet not he leeatE ed
Manufactured homes within a
A minimum of 2 per manufactured
manufactured home park:
home site, plus a screened parking area
shall be provided for boats, campers,
travel trailers and related devices at a
ratio of I screened space per 10 units, A
maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked
on a lot, including those vehicles under
repair and restoration, unless kept within
an enclosed building.
_
Congregate residence:
1 per sleeping room and 1 for the
proprietor, plus 1 additional space for
each 4 persons employed on the
premises.
Attached dwellings in ARM-U, RM-T,
1.8 per 3 bedroom or larger dwelling
UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones
unit ;l.6 per 2 bedroom dwelling unit;1,2
per 1 bedroom or studio dwelling
unit.RM-T Zone Exemption: An
exemption to the standard parking ratio
formula may be granted by the
Development Services Director allowing
1 parking space per dwelling unit for
developments of less than 5 dwelling
units with 2 bedrooms or less per unit
provided adequate on -street parking is
available in the vicinity of the
development.
Attached dwellings within the RA/1-F Zone:
2 per dwelling unit where tandem spaces
are not provided; and/or
2.5 per dwelling unit where tandem
parking is provided, subject to the
criteria found in subsection F8d of this
Section.
Attached dwellings within the CV Zone:
1 per dwelling unit is required. A
maximum of 1.75 per dwelling unit is
allowed.
Attached dwellings within all other
zones: 1.75
per dwelling unit where tandem spaces
are not provided; and/or
2.25 per dwelling unit where tandem
parking is provided, subject to the
criteria found in subsection F8d of this
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Attached dwelling for low income or
1 for each 4 dwelling units
elderly:
RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE CENTER DOWNTOWN CORE ZONE:
Attached dwellings:
1 per unit.
Attached dwellings for low income or
1 for every 4 dwelling units.
elderl
Conjt�regaie Residences
_
1 per 4 sleeping rooms and 1 for the
proprietor, plus 1 additional space for
each 4 pqrsoas gLnp to cd on the
z-emises,
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE AND OUTSIDE ,
EXCEPT SHOPPING CENTERS:
Drive -through retail or drive -through
Stacking spaces: The drive -through
service:
facility shall be so located that sufficient
on -site vehicle stacking space is
provided for the handling of motor
vehicles using such facility during peak
business hours. Typically 5 stacking
spaces per window are required unless
otherwise determined by the
Development Services Director.
Stacking spaces cannot obstruct z,equired
parking spaces or ingress/egress within
the site or extend into the public right-
of-way.
Banks:
A minimum of 0.4 per 100 square feet of
net floor area and a maximum of 0.5 per
100 square feet of net floor area except
when part of a sho ping center.
Convalescent centers:
1 for every 2 employees plus 1 for every
3 beds.
Day care centers, adult day care (I and II):
1 for each employee and 2 loading
spaces within 100 feet of the main
entrance for every 25 clients of the
rogram.
Hotels and motels:
1 per guest room plus 2 for every 3
employees.
Bed and breakfast houses:
1 per guest room. The parking space
must not be located in an re uired
setback.
Mortuaries or funeral homes: I
1 per 100 square feet of floor area of
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assembly rooms.
Vehicle sales (large and small vehicles) with
1 per 5,000 square feet. The sales area is
outdoor retail sales areas:
not a parking lot and does not have to
comply with dimensional requirements,
landscaping or the bulk storage section
requirements for setbacks and screening.
Any arrangement of motor vehicles is
allowed as long as:
•A minimum 5 feet perimeter
landscaping area is provided;
-They are not displayed in required.
landscape areas; and
-Adequate fire access is provided per
Fire Department approval,
Vehicle service and repair (large and small
0.25 per 100 square feet of net floor
vehicles):
area.
Offices, medical and dental:
0.5 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
Offices, general:
A minimum of 3 per 1,000 feet ofnet
floor area and a maximum of 4.5
parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of
net floor area.
Eating and drinking establishments and
1 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
taverns:
Eating and drinking establishment
1 per 75 square feet of net floor area.
combination sit-down/drive-through
restaurant:
Retail sales and big -box retail sales:
A maximum of 0.4 per 100 square feet
of net floor area, except big -box retail
sales, which is allowed a maximum of
0.5 per 100 square feet of net floor area
if shared and/or structured parking is
provided.
Services, on -site (except as specified below):
A maximum of 0.4 per 100 square feet
of net floor area.
Clothing or shoe repair shops, furniture,
0.2 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
appliance, hardware stores, household
equipment:
Uncovered commercial area, outdoor
0.05 per 100 square feet of retail sales
nurseries:
area in addition to any parking
requirements for buildings.
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Recreational and entertainment uses:
Outdoor and indoor sports arenas,
i for every 4 fixed seats or 1 per 100
auditoriums, stadiums, movie treaters, and
square feet of floor area of main
entertainment clubs:
auditorium or of principal place of
assembly not containing fixed seats,
whichever is greater,
Bowling alleys:
5 per alley.
Dance halls, dance clubs, and skating rinks:
l per 40 square feet of net floor area.
Golf driving ranges:
1 per driving station.
Marinas:
2 per 3 slips. For private marina
associated with a residential complex,
then 1 per 3 slips. Also 1 loading area
er 25 sli s.
Miniature golf courses:
1 per hole.
Other recreational:
1 per occupant based upon 50% of the
maximum occupant load as established
by the adopted Building and Fire Codes
of the City of Renton.
Travel trailers:
1 per trailer site.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE CENTER DOWNTOWN
GOO- OZONE, FXG&P` 4tOT _ 8:
All use 5 al r
the fi>llewing .- —
1 1,000 x &
spaee pe s aye e
ar4aa—.-E*eepted These uses follow the
F-xeepted-l-kes,.—Convalescent center, drive-
standards applied outside the Center
through retail, drive -through service,
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hotels, mortuaries, indoor sports arenas,
auditoriums, movie theaters, entertainment
clubs, bowling alleys, dance halls, dance
clubs, and other recreational uses.
All commercial uses allowed in the CD
A maximum of 1 space per 1,000 square
feet of net floor area, with no minimurn
Zone except for the uses listed above.
��
rer ut_ireme.nt._
SHOPPING CENTERS:
Shopping centers (includes any type of
A minimum of 0.4 per 100 square feet of
business occupying a shopping center):
net floor area and a maximum of 0.5 per
100 square feet of net floor area. In the
UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones, a maximum
of 0.4 per 100 square feet of net floor
area is permitted unless structured
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parking is provided, in which case 0.5
per 100 square feet of net floor area is
permitted. Drive -through retail or drive -
through service uses must comply with
the stacking space provisions listed
above
INDUSTRIALISTORAGE ACTIVITIES:
Airplane hangars, tie -down areas:
Parking is not required. Hangar space or
tie -down areas are to be utilized for
necessary parking. Parking for offices
associated with hangars is 1 per 200
square feet.
Manufacturing and fabrication,
A minimum of 0.1 per 100 square feet of
laboratories, and assembly and/or
net floor area and a maximum of 0.15
packaging operations:
spaces per 100 square feet of net floor
area (including warehouse space).
Self service storage:
1 per 3,500 square feet of net floor area.
Maximum of three moving van/truck
spaces in addition to required parking
for self service storage uses in the RM-F
Zone.
Outdoor storage area:
0.05 per 100 square feet of area.
Warehouses and indoor storage buildings:
1 per 1,500 square feet of net floor area.
PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC ACTIVITIES:
Religious institutions:
1 for every 5 seats in the main
auditorium, however, in no case shall
there be less than 10 spaces. For all
existing institutions enlarging the
seating capacity of their auditoriums, 1
additional parking space shall be
provided for every 5 additional seats
provided by the new construction. For
all institutions making structural
alterations or additions that do not
increase the seating capacity of the
auditorium, see "outdoor and indoor
sports arenas, auditoriums, stadiums,
movie theaters, and entertainment
clubs."
Medical institutions:
1 for every 3 beds, plus 1 per staff
doctor, plus 1 for every 3 employees.
Cultural facilities:
4 per 100 square feet.
Public post office:
0.3 for every 100 square feet.
Secure communit y transition facilities:
1 per 3 beds, plus 1 per staff member,
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Ius 1 per employee.
Schools:
Elementary and junior high:
1 per employee. In addition, if buses for
the transportation of students are kept at
the school, 1 off-street parking space
shall be provided for each bus of a size
sufficient to park each bus.
Senior Nigh schools: public, parochial and
1 per employee plus 1 space for every
private:
10 students enrolled. In addition, if
buses for the private transportation of
children are kept at the school, 1 off-
street parking space shall be provided
for each bus of a size sufficient to park
each bus
Colleges and universities, arts and crafts
I per employee plus 1 for every 3
schools/studios, and trade or vocational
students residing on campus, plus 1
schools:
space for every 5 day students not
residing on campus. In addition, if buses
for transportation of students are kept at
the school, 1 off-street parking space
shall be provided for each bus of a size
sufficient to park each bus.
4-4-100 SIGN REGULATIONS:
H. SIGNS WITHIN CITY CENTER - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Purpose of Special Regulations: The purpose of the City Center sign regulations
is to provide sign standards and regulations which recognize and strengthen the
unique character of the City Center area businesses and streets, provide for
appropriate signage which contributes to the economic vitality of the area and which
complements its environment, and to enhance the pedestrian orientation of the
district.
2. Applicability: The sign standards of this subsection shall apply to the property
contained within the City Center sign regulation boundaries as shown in the following
figure, generally described as including: land which is G'---.+eer�tewnwithin
the Urban Design Regulations District `A', excluding lots leeated on Logan Avenue
atAifl)OF Way; lan ed 3."n„i. efr6 -al
1 1 i easl e# aloe r:. et nt et i reek Streat �dSouth
A3ificc�, aiR hind lies bet' eefl South.
Stfeet a, d Se ith Third Place, rE + ..f n n ,r Avenue o South, 0 el
i'E i3$l3 t�Civf f to B$� -i� 3 Ay 31—io South and lie more-tha'a ene hundred iix y
601) aevth of rSfd
7C+L"""' lllfd an which
I;_ bet the -Cedar River- a-nd Saiifl?$Y Street n.d between Houser- p-a
Sotith an Aflh S4-eet.
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3. Map of CITY CENTER SIGN REGULATION BOUNDARIES: III_ {SERT
MAP OF .DISTRICT Al
T 3. Map d CIT' CENTER SIGN AEG UTATIDN BOUNDARIES:
4. Type and number of permanent signs allowed:
a. Residential/Churches/Schools: Residential occupancies, churches, and
schools in the City Center are subject to the requirements of subsection E4 of this
Section, Signs Pennitted in All Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zones.
b. Nonresidential Uses: Nonresidential occupancies (excluding churches and
schools) are subject to the following standards based upon sign category:
SIGN
CATEGOR
Y
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR
Freestan
OR
Ground
OR
Wall
Y A
ding
Select only
one of the
following
sign types:
Number
One
One ground sign
Each individual ground -level
freestan
per street frontage
business may have one wall
ding
for each single
sign for each business facade
sign per
occupancy
fronting on a public street.In
street
building, multi-
addition, in multiple building
frontage
occupancy
complexes or for multi-
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for each
building, or
occupancy buildings each
single
multiple building
ground -level tenant with an
occupan
complex. The
exterior business facade may
cy
maximum number
have one wall sign to
building
of signs is 2.
identify individual tenant
located
spaces.
on a
corner
lot,
multi-
occupan
cy
building
, or
multiple
building
complex
. The
maximu
in
number
of signs
is 2.
Mix of
An applicant for a business having more than one street frontage may
options for
substitute an allowed Category A sign type for another Category A sign
lots with
type; however, the maximum number of signs shall not be exceeded. For
multiple
example, on a corner lot, an applicant may request one ground sign facing
frontages
one street frontage, and one freestanding sign facing the other street
frontage.
Multi-
Multi -occupancy buildings or multiple building complexes with 50,000
occupancy
square feet of gross leasable floor area or greater, and with frontage on
buildings or
Rainier Avenue S., may choose to comply with either: (1)The above
multiple
Category A regulations; or
building
(2)Freestanding or ground signs and wall signs per the following
complexes —
standards:
greater than
(i)Freestanding or Ground Signs: Have only one sign for each street
50,000
frontage of any one of the following types: Freestanding, ground, or
square feet
combination. Each freestanding or ground sign shall not exceed an
with
area greater than 1.5 square feet for each lineal foot of property
frontage on
frontage which the business occupies up to a maximum of 300 square
Rainier Ave.
feet; or if such sign is multi- faced, the maximum allowance shall not
S.
be more than 300 square feet. However, a maximum of one-half of
the allowed square footage is allowed on each face. Businesses with
less than 25 lineal front feet may have a sign of a maximum of 20
square feet per face. In addition, one freestanding sign is allowed for
each street frontage of the complex. Each sign shall not exceed an
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area greater than 1.5 square foot for each linear foot of property
frontage, not to exceed t50 square feet per sign face and a maximum
of 300 square feet including all sign faces.
(ii)Wall Signs: In addition to the above freestanding or ground signs,
wall signs are permitted with a total copy area not exceeding 20% of
the building facade to which it is applied. Roof signs are prohibited
per subsection C11 of this Section. Projecting signs are regulated per
this subsection and subsection H5d of this Section.
Buildings 40
Buildings 40 feet or greater in height may choose to comply with either:
feet or
(1)The above Category A regulations; or
greater in
(2)Freestanding or ground signs and wall signs per the following
height
standards.
(i)Freestanding or Ground Signs: Have only one sign for each street
frontage of any one of the following types: Freestanding, ground, or
combination. Each freestanding or ground sign shall not exceed an
area greater than 1.5 square feet for each lineal foot of property
frontage which the business occupies up to a maximum of 300 square
feet; or if such sign is multi- faced, the maximum allowance shall not
be more than 300 square feet. However, a maximum of one-half of
the allowed square footage is allowed on each face.
(ii)Wall Signs: to addition to the above freestanding or ground signs,
wall signs are pennitted with a total copy area not exceeding 20% of
the building facade to which it is applied. Roof signs are prohibited
per subsection C11 of this Section. Projecting signs are regulated per
this subsection and subsection H5d of this Section.
SIGN
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR
Y
CATEGOR
Projecti
O
Awning Sign, or Canopy Sign, or Marquee Sign, or
Y B
ng Sign
R
Traditional Marquee Sign
Select only
one of the
following
Sign types
allowed in
addition to
signs of
Category A.
Number
Each
Each individual ground -level business may have one
individu
sign for each business facade fronting on a public
al
street1i addition., in multiple building complexes or for
ground-
multi -occupancy buildings each ground -level tenant with
level
an exterior business facade may have one sign to identify
business
individual tenant spaces.
may
A series of awnings or canopies upon a single business
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have
and located on a single street frontage are considered as
one sign
one awning or canopy.
for each
business
facade
fronting
on a
public
street.ln
addition
in
multiple
building
complex
es or for
multi-
occupan
cy
building
s each
ground -
level
tenant
with an
exterior
business
facade
may
have
one sign
to
identify
individu
al tenant
spaces.
SIGN
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR
Y
CATEGOR
Under
AN
Secondary Wall,
AN
If applicable, Multi-
Y C:
Awning
D
Projecting, or
D
Occupancy Building Sign,
Allowed in
/ Under
Awning Sign,
or Multiple Building
addition to
Canopy
Having No
Complex Wall Sign
signs of
! Under
Internal
Categories A
Marque
Illumination
and B:
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Number
One per
One sign, having
(1)
ground-
no internal
feet above grade, measured
level
illumination, per
to the bottom of the sign.
business
business facade
per
which does not
public
contain a Category
entrance
A or B sign;
maximum of 2
secondary signs.
5.a.FREESTANDING SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RM C 4-4-
100K1b, K17 and
K18)
(1)General: Each sign
(4) 20 feet,
(5) Setbacks shall be
(7) Minimum 15
shall not exceed an
measured to
consistent with the
foot clearance
area greater than 1.5
the Lop of the
Zoning Code.
above traffic
square feet for each
sign or sign
(b)Property with street
aisles and
lineal foot of street
structure,
frontage on Rainier
driveways.
frontage which the
whichever is
Avenue S.: The sign shall
building or complex
higher.
be located along Rainier
occupies up to a
Avenue S. and set back a
maximum of 25
minimum distance of 100
square feet per face;
lineal feet from the right -
the maximum
of -way of S. Third Street.
cumulative square
This setback shall not
footage of all faces of
apply to multi -occupancy
a sign is 50 square
buildings or multiple
feet.
building complexes with
50,000 square feet gross
(2)Property with
leasable floor area or
frontage on Rainier
greater, having frontage
Avenue S.: In lieu of
on Rainier Avenue S.
the sign area
requirements of
subsection (1) of this
chart, each sign shall
not exceed an area
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greater than 1.5
square feet for each
lineal foot of street
frontage which the
building or complex
occupies up to a
maximum of 75
square feet per face;
the maximum
cumulative square
footage of all faces of
a sign is 150 square
feet; provided, that the
sign is located in
accordance with
subsection (6) of this
chart.
(3)Multi-occupancy
buildings or multiple
building complexes
with greater than
50,000 square feet
gross leasable floor
area, having frontage
on Rainier Avenue S..
Such uses may
comply with the
standards of
subsections (1) or (2)
of this chart, or with
subsection H4b of this
Section, Type and
Number of Permanent
Signs Allowed.
Freestanding sign area
may be transferred
from within the City
Center sign regulation
boundaries to
contiguously owned
property outside of
the City Center sign
regulation boundaries.
Only sign area may be
transferred, not the
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number of allowed
signs. Where
transferred, the
maximum size of the
freestanding sign shall
not exceed the limits
of subsection Hob of
this Section, Type and
Number of Permanent
Signs Allowed.
5.b.
GROUND SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-100K16.
K17 and K18)
(1)Generah Each
(4) 5 feet if
(5) Setbacks shall be
sign shall not
perpendicular to the
consistent with the
exceed an area
right-of-way; 4 feet
Zoning Code, and
greater than 1.5
if the sign is not
RMC 4-4-1001-1b.
square feet for each
placed
(6) Property with
lineal foot of street
perpendicular to the
street frontage on
frontage which the
right-of-way. Height
Rainier Avenue S.:
building or complex
is measured to the
The ground sign
occupies up to a
top of the sign or
shall be located
maximum of 25
sign structure,
along Rainier
square feet per face;
whichever is higher.
Avenue S. and
the maximum
setback a minimum
cumulative square
distance of 100
footage of all faces
lineal feet from the
of a sign is 50
right-of-way of S.
square feet.
Third Street. This
(2)Property with
setback shall not
frontage on Rainier
apply to multi -
Avenue S.: In lieu
occupancy buildings
of the sign area
or multiple building
requirements of
complexes with
subsection (1) of
50,000 square feet
this chart, each sign
gross leasable floor
shall not exceed an
area or greater,
area greater than 1.5
having frontage on
square feet for each
Rainier Avenue S.
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lineal foot of street
frontage which the
building or complex
occupies up to a
maximum of 75
square feet per face;
the maximum
cumulative square
footage of all faces
of a sign is 150
square feet;
provided, that the
sign is located in
accordance with
subsection (6) of
this chart.
(3)Multi-occupancy
buildings or
multiple building
complexes with
greater than 50,000
square feet gross
leasable floor area,
having frontage on
Rainier Avenue S.:
Such uses may
comply with the
sign area standards
of subsections (1) or
(2) of this chart, or
with the size
standards of
subsection H4b of
this Section, Type
and Number of
Permanent Signs
Allowed. Ground
sign area may be
transferred from
within the City
Center sign
regulation
boundaries to
contiguously owned
property outside of
the City Center sign
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regulation
boundaries. Only
sign area may be
transferred, not the
number of allowed
signs. Where
transferred, the
maximum size of
the ground sign
shall not exceed the
limits of subsection
H4b of this Section,
Type and Number
of Permanent Signs
Allowed.
5.c.
WALL SIGNS
SIZE, IIEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXfMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17
and KI8)
1)General: Each
(4) The wall sign
(5) The sign shall be
(9) When projecting
sign shall not
shall be placed on
mounted on or
over a public right -
exceed an area
the facade not more
above the business
of -way (maximum
greater than 1.5
than 25 feet above
facade to which it is
12 inches), a
square feet for each
the grade, measured
associated.
minimum of 8 feet
lineal foot of
to the top of the
(6) The wall sign
clearance above the
business facade
sign. Wall signs on
shall be placed on a
surface of the
fronting a street, up
multi -occupancy
business facade
sidewalk is required.
to 100 square feet
buildings or
having street
maximum.
multiple building
frontage; or, it shall
(2) Multi -occupancy
complexes with
be placed on or
buildings or
50,000 square feet
above the business
multiple building
gross leasable floor
entrance, if the
complexes with
area or greater,
business has an
50,000 square feet
having frontage on
exterior facade
gross leasable floor
Rainier Avenue S.
which does not face
area or greater,
or buildings 40 feet
a street, and the
having frontage on
or greater in height
business is located
Rainier Avenue S:
may be placed
in a multi -tenant
In lieu of subsection
anywhere on the
building or multiple
(1), the sign area
facade and the top
building complex,
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standards of
of the sign shall not
(7) The thickness of
subsection 114b of
extend vertically
that portion of a
this Section, Type
above the fascia of
wall sign which
and Number of
the building.
projects over a
Permanent Signs
public right-of-way
Allowed, may be
shall not exceed 12
met.
inches.
(3) Buildings 40 feet
(8) Wall signs
or greater in height:
located more than
In lieu of subsection
above 25 feet above
(1), the sign area
grade, measured to
standards of
the top of the sign,
subsection H4b of
shall only contain
this Section, Type
the name and/or
and Number of
logo of the
Permanent Signs
business(es) or
Allowed, may be
development.
met.
5.d.
PROJECTING SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17
and K18)
(1) Unlit, externally
(4) Shall not be
(5) The sign shall be
(10) When
illuminated, or tube
located more than
placed on a business
projecting over a
illuminated: Such
25 feet above the
facade having street
public right-of-way,
projecting signs are
grade, measured to
frontage; or, it shall
a minimum of 8 feet
allowed a maxim um
the top of the sign or
be placed on or
clearance above the
of 12 square feet per
sign stricture,
above the business
surface of the
face; the maximum
whichever is higher.
entrance, if the
sidewalk is required.
cumulative square
business has an
footage of all faces
exterior facade
of a sign is 24
which does not face
square feet.
a street, and the
(2) Internally
business is located
illuminated: Such
in a multi -tenant
signs are allowed a
building or multiple
maximum of 6
building complex.
square feet per face;
(6) The sign shall be
the maximum
no more than 3 feet
cumulative square
L tall.
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footage of all faces
(7) A projecting
of a sign is 12
sign may extend
square feet,
over the public
(3) Combination of
right-of-way by no
illumination: The
more than 4 feet
maximum size of
from the wall it is
the combination
mounted on.
sign shall be 12
(8) The faces of a
square feet per face;
projecting sign shall
the maximum
be separated by a
cumulative square
maximum of 12
footage of all faces
inches.
of a combination
(9) The sign shall be
sign is 24 square
mounted on or
feet. Up to 50%
above the business
maximum of the
facade to which it is
combination sign, 6
associated.
square feet per face,
may be internally
illuminated.
5.e. AWNING SIGN, CANOPY SIGN, MARQUEE SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17,
K18 and N3b)
(1) Awning, canopy,
None.
(3) Sign copy shall
(9) Sign structures
or marquee sign: A
only be located on
shall be located a
maximum of 50
the vertical faces of
minimum of 8 feet
square feet of copy
the awning, canopy,
above the surface of
may appear on the
or marquee.
the sidewalk. Where
vertical face area.
(4) Maximum
under awning, under
(2) Traditional
height/thickness of
canopy, or under
marquee sign: The
awning/canopy with
marquee signs are
maximum copy area
a sign: 10 feet.
anticipated, the
is 150 square feet
(5) Maximum
clearance should be
per face; the
height/thickness of
increased to
cumulative square
marquee: in
accommodate them
footage of all faces
accordance with the
as necessary.
of a sign is 300
adopted edition of
square feet total.
the Uniform
Building Code_
6) Building canopy
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poles shall not be
placed in a manner
which interferes
with pedestrian or
wheelchair travel
upon a sidewalk.
(7) Awnings,
building canopies,
and marquees and
the attached or
associated signs
may extend over the
right-of-way
according to the
terns of the adopted
Uniform Building
Code.
(8) The sign shall be
mounted above the
business facade to
which it is
associated.
5.f.UNDER AWNING SIGN, CANOPY SIGN, MARQUEE SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
MAXIMUM
LOCATION AND
REQUIRED
AREA
HEIGHT
OTHER
CLEARANCES
LIMITATIONS
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K 16, K 17,
K18 and N3b)
(1) 6 square feet.
None
(2) The sign shall
(4) Minimum 8 feet
not extend beyond
above the surface of
the awning, canopy,
the sidewalk.
or marquee to which
it is attached.
(3) The sign shall
not be more than 12
inches thick.
5.g. SECONDARY SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN I MAXIMUM I LOCATION AND I REQUIRED
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AREA
HEIGHT
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-100K161
K17 and KI $
(1) Secondary wall
(3) Secondary wall
(4) Secondary signs
(8) When projecting
or awning signs:
or projecting signs
shall not be located
over a public right -
Each sign shall not
shall not be located
on a business facade
of -way, a minimum
exceed an area
more than 25 feet
containing a
of S feet clearance
greater than one
above the grade,
Category A or B
above the surface of
square foot for each
measured to the top
sign, or another
the entryway is
lineal foot of
of the sign or sign
secondary sign.
required.
business facade, up
structure, whichever
(5) Secondary signs
to maximum of 25
is higher.
shall not be
square feet.
internally
(2) Secondary
illuminated. Such
projecting signs:
signs may be unlit,
Maximurn of 6
externally
square feet.
illuminated or have
tube illumination.
(6) Maximum
height or thickness
of awning with a
sign: 10 feet.
(7) Awning signs:
Sign copy shall be
located on the
vertical faces of the
awning.
5.h. MULTI -OCCUPANCY OR MULTIPLE BUILDING COMPLEX SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
MAXIMUM
LOCATION AND
REQUIRED
AREA
HEIGHT
OTII ER
CLEARANCES
LIMITATIONS
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-100K16,
KI 7 and KI $)
(1) Buildings less
(3) Buildings less
(5) Buildings less
(8) When projecting
than 40 feet in
than 40 feet in
than 40 feet in
over a public right -
height: The
height: The wall
height: The sign
of=way, a minimum
maximum square
sign shall be placed.
shall be located on a
of 8 feet clearance
footage limitation is
on the facade not
business facade
above the grade is
100 square feet.
more than 25 feet
which does not
required.
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(2) Buildings 40 feet
above the grade,
contain any other
in height or greater:
measured to the top
Category A or B
The maximum
of the sign,
sign.
square footage
(4) Buildings 40 feet
(6) Buildings 40 feet
limitation is 100
in height or greater:
in height or greater:
square feet unless
The wall sign may
There are no
the choice is made
be placed anywhere
restrictions on
to comply with
on the facade.
facade placement.
subsection H4b of
(7) The sign shall
this Section, Type
only contain the
and Number of
business name
Signs Allowed for
and/or logo of each
Nonresidential
development,
Uses.
6. Letter Size Limitations for Permanent Signs for Nonresidential Uses Based Upon
Distance from Right -of -Way:
a. Maximum Letter Height: The maximum letter height of signs shall be as follows:
DISTANC
FREESTANDIN
AWNING SIGN/CANOPY SIGN/
MULTT-
E OF
G, GROUND,
MARQUEE SIGN
OCCUPANC
SIGN
WALL,
Y OR
FROM
PROJECTING,
MULTIPLE
RIGHT-
TRADITIONAL
BUILDING
OF -WAY
MARQUEE
COMPLEX
SIGN
SIGN
Within 50
24 inches
12 inches
6 inches
feet:
(applies to
letters and
logo)
Between 50
36 inches
6 inches
feet and
I2 inches
(applies to
1.00 feet:
letters and
to 0
More than
48 inches
12 inches
6 inches
100 feet:
(applies to
letters and
logo)
b. Exemption from Letter Size Limits: The following properties are exempt from
the maximum letter height requirements of subsection 116a of this Section:
i. Multi -occupancy buildings or multiple building complexes with fifty thousand
(50,000) square feet gross leasable floor area or greater, having frontage on
Rainier Avenue S.; or
ii. Properties with frontage on Rainier Avenue S.; or
iii. Buildings exceeding forty feet (40') in height.
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7. Special Allowance for City Center Signs to Project into Right -of -Way: See
subsection L2c(ii) of this Section.
8. Temporary/Special Permit Signs: In addition to the permanent signs described in
subsection H6b of this Section, temporary signs per subsection J of this Section,
Temporary Signs, are also allowed.
9. Modifications of City Center Sign Regulations:
a. Authority and Purpose: The Development Services Director may grant a
modification from the sign standards for individual signs which do not meet the
specific provisions of the City Center sign standards when the proposed sign is
intended to accomplish one of the following purposes:
i. Respond to the needs of the public in locating a business establishment; or
ii. Assist business in contributing to the economic well-being of the community;
or
iii. Install a sign that is considered to be historic or of historic value by the
advertising industry or a recognized historic preservation organization, provided
that such entity was not involved in the use, design or production of the proposed
sign; or
iv. Result in a reduction of signs on a site; or
v. Result in a reduction in the number of freestanding or ground signs otherwise
allowed; or
vi. Result in a coordinated sign plan for a multi -tenant building or multiple
building complex.
b. Review Criteria: If the Development Services Director determines that the intent
of the proposed sign accomplishes one of the above purposes, the Development
Services Director- may grant a modification request provided the proposed sign also
meets all of the following criteria'.
i. The modification will not create a significant adverse impact to other property
or improvements in the immediate vicinity of the subject property; and
ii. The modification will not increase the number of signs allowed by this
Chapter; and
iii. The modification will not increase the allowed height or area of any wall,
projecting, awning/canopy/marquee/traditional marquee, or secondary sign by
more than. twenty five percent (25%); and
iv. The modification will not increase the allowed height or area of any
freestanding or ground sign; and
v. The modification does not create a public safety hazard.
e. Variance May Be Required: Proposals which do not meet the purposes or criteria
of subsections H9a and H9b of this Section may be reviewed as variance applications
as provided in subsection R of this Section.
d. Fees: Fees shall be as stipulated by RMC 4-1-140M4.
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City of Renton Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: (al yl l R(�,(,�
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 15, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-130, EC F
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 1, 2007
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conklin
PROJECT TITLE: Center Downtown Code Amendments
N�: Q07
PLEASE RETURN REVIEW SHEET TO
SITE AREA: Approximately 175 acres
;l �: �L�L ONISIOi
JUDITH SUBIA IN EDNSP, FL66�' SIX
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN RENTON - CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Eliminate the Downtown Core Overlay, Amend the Parking Regulations, Expand the Pedestrian District
Overlay, Amend the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulation, and minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify
terminology or short phrases.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non -Code) COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Earth
Air
Water
Plants
LandlShoreline Use
Animals
Environmental Health
Energyl
Natural Resources
B. POLICY -RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE -RELATED COMMENTS
Element of the
Environment
Probable
Minor
Impacts
Probable
Major
Impacts
More
Information
Necessary
Housing
Aesthetics
Li htlGlare
Recreation
Utilities
Transportation
Public Services
NistoriclCultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
areas wherjodditional infomtation is needed to properly assess this proposal.
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Signature of Direct r Authanzed Represent l e Date
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF NON -
SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
DATE: November 1, 2007
LAND USE NUMBER and APPLICATION NAME: LUA07-130 Downtown Cade Amendments Opel 406-291
PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTIONS: Thin crnange a`ferts do'wrtown Renton. pi the Center Downtown
mne. Proposed changes include,
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay- At present Into the Downtown Core Ovislayis a s.rbset of the CD zone
n which more urban style development s'ar.dards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). TF.is
proposal would apply the regulations currently in effect tor:he Cown:ovm Core to the entire CO mne. As a result,
a slighlly higher degree at urbanism (higher percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no se:bacasJ will be
establlshec through the development standards,
• Amending Fie Parking Regulations- Parking regulalions are currently base'' on'eralioo wtTin the ❑hwntva'n Core
Overlay This chance -hold apply the current standards for the D—ntow, Core to th.e entire CD zone. II also
amends tr,e minimum amount of required parkin' i commercial actyities it the Cl zone so that ;hers is no
minihi required parking for most commercial activities in die CD zone. A few ether changes have been made
to parking standai including adding a standard on ccrgregate residences and a standard for law ira—
.cachet residences.
• Expanding the P.des:rian Distrid Overlay. The Pedestrian D's;rict overlay lirrlls certain isles fro, being
eslablished an ;he ground fluor withir, district boundaries. Primarily these uses air: things teat take a lot of space
but .,a iow'er mrensily uses, such as convaleseerl centers, parking: group hcn.es light m... faccuhng, aid
rel-rr,enl residences. Such uses are still allowed In the pedestrian eistrict but r.icst ae on an upper story or
hascment-'underground. Dints dislnct would expand from three alncks on S 3` St (Burnett Ave. S. to [lain Ayr.
%and one and a half Nor -or W.Is Ave, S. (Houser Way to S. 2' Si_I to include a total of seven blocks on S.
3` St.i Shaquck Ave, S- to Vain Ave- 5 )tvre blocks or Wails Ave- 5. (S. 4" St. co S. 2" St.) and one alrrk on
�og.n Ave. S ,S. 3" St. to S. 2'a 51 1. b- blocks on Onrnett Ave. S. (E. 4 ° SI.� Houser Way to S. 2" SI.). two
biccks or Willia nos Ave- 5 f5. 414 St.:o S.4Ptl St,1. two blocks on M.In Ave. S (S-�" St, to S, 2`v St.;, three blocks
or. Houser iVay ;Burnett Ave 5 i S.4" St Ie Main Ave _S.fS, 3ftl St.l, three Mucks or S 4" Sl (Burnet; Ave
S.li-Inuser Way to Main Ave S I and tax 'lack, or S.2 ° St, l0urne0 Ave S. to 61— Ave. S.l
• Amending the boundary of the Cly Center Sign Reculailpus. The hone dary will he arrrended to coincide with line
same bounday for lvr'uan Design Dislrict'A'_
• Minor changes made to correct Sol net E errors or—nfy tehrine4+gy or short phrases.
OPTIONAL DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE (DNS): As the Lead Agency. the 2ly of Renton has celermined
:hat s'.gnificant environmental impacts are unlikely to resull from :he proposed Comprehensive Plan ar•erdmnnrs anti
zcning arranges. Therefore, as permitted ucder the RCW 4321G,1 i0. the City of Revlon s using the Optional DNS
process to give notice that a DNS is hke!y to be issued. Co.,. menlp eners for the prejecl ono the proposed DNS are
integrated into a single comment period, I here will be no cnmrr.erl period following the issuance of the TnreslitrV
Deterninadon of NcnSigrrfivar a (DNSt A 14-day appeal period will fche. the issuance of the DNS,
APPLICATION DATE: October 2D 2UO7.
PermitsiRev,ew Requested: Ervinairri al iSEl Re-ew. Lh1ing Tcat Ar-.endmcnt.
Location where aPPFcation may be reviewer Economic. De:elapn:en1 Neigh- .... ds and Strategic Planning Department,
Strategic Planning Division, 1655 South Gracy Way. Renton. VA g2055
PUBLIC HEARING: A pubhc hearing on these issues wit — held beanie the City Conner on January 14, 2G08.
Environmental Documents that evaluate the Proposed Project F.ncironmental Cheskilst dated October 25. 207.
Development Regulations Used For Project Mitigation: These non-,n tect actions ,It be 5l:11 to the QIy-s SFPA
Ordinance and Deveioament Reguations and olrrer apoticao,e codes and regulations as aporoanate_
Proposed Mitigation Measures: The analysis of the p,oposal does nm reveal any .averse envii metal impacts
requ;ring mitigation above and beyond existing code provisions. However, miligalinn may be necessary and may be
imposed at .he mne of a site specific de-ku,, enl proposal on tr.e s,,Ljecl site
Comments on the abev. al Cation must be suUmitted ir. wroirg to Enling. ka Cur Senior Pianne�. Econorr lc
Develop —A Neighborhoods —a Strategic Pit,mo rg Division, IC55 South Grady t"lay. Rcnlon. WA 98055. by 9 00 p m.
on November 15, 2007. Ifyou have questions about this proposal. or wish In be made a party of record ar�d receive
additlorai halification by moil, contact the Project Manager. Anyone who submits written comments wi11 automatioalry
hemme a pary of record and will be notified of any decision on this prolect_
CONTACT NUMBER: (425) 43fl- 6578
CERTIFICATION
hereby certify that copies of the above document
were posted by me in conspicuous places or nearby the described property on �,a����tt►11�
DATE: ' I �t7U �1 , t G �.`�
.�t s r SIGNED: � Y
ATTEST: Subscribed and sworn before me, a Notary Public, in and for the State of Washington residing in `
•. s
on the
�2i,l day of
NO ARY PU IC ION otil
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CITY OF RENTON
CURRENT PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 15t day of November, 2007, 1 deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope
containing NOA documents. This information was sent to:
Property Owners
(Signature of Se
STATE OF WASHINGTON }
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COUNTY OF KING }
See Attached
certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Judith Subia signed this instrument and
acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the
instrument. `
Dated _ �,�� i _ , %A.
=
Notary Public in i far the Sata 1lOsPinQ, ...'r�
Notary (Print):
My appointment expires:' �e `''a
19.1 w.
Downtown Code Amendments (Docket 06-29)
LUA07-130, ELF
template - affidavit of service by mailing
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF NON -
SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
DATE: November 1, 2007
LAND USE NUMBER and APPLICATION NAME: LUA07-130 Downtown Code Amendments (Docket #06-29)
PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTIONS: This change affects downtown Renton, primarily the Center Downtown
zone. Proposed changes include:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core Overlay is a subset of the CD zone
in which more urban style development standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This
proposal would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. As a result,
a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher percentage of lot coverage. minimal or no setbacks) will be
established through the development standards.
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on location within the Downtown Core
Overlay. This change would apply the current standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also
amends the minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so that there is no
minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the CD zone. A few other changes have been made
to parking standards, including adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
• Expanding the Pedestrian District Overiay, The Pedestrian District overlay limits certain uses from being
established on the ground floor within district boundaries. Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space,
but are lower intensity uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing, and
retirement residences. Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district, but must be on an upper story or
basementiunderground. This district would expand from three blocks on S. 3 d St, (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave.
Sd and one and a half blocks on Wel€s Ave. S. (Houser Way to S. 2"d St.) to include a total of seven blocks on S.
3 St.(Shattuck Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.), two blocks on Wells Ave. S. (S. 4t" St. to S. 2�d St.) and one block on
Logan Ave. S. (S. 3 d St. to S. 2"d St.), two blocks on Burnett Ave. S. (S. 4" St./Houser Way to S. 2" d St.), two
blocks on Wifliams Ave. S.(S. 41h St. to S. 2"d St.), two blocks on Main Ave. S. (S. 4" St. to S. 2n0 St.), three blocks
on Houser Way (Burnett Ave. S.! S. 4th St. to Main Ave. S./S. 3`d St.), three blocks on S. 41" St. (Burnett Ave.
S./Houser Way to Main Ave. S.) and four blocks on S. 2"d St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave S.).
• Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary wilt be amended to coincide with the
same boundary for Urban Design District W.
• Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
OPTIONAL DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE (DNS): As the Lead Agency, the City of Renton has determined
that significant environmental impacts are unlikely to result from the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments and
zoning changes. Therefore, as permitted under the RCW 43.21CA 10, the City of Renton is using the Optional DNS
process to give notice that a DNS is likely to be issued. Comment periods for the project and the proposed DNS are
integrated into a single comment period. There will be no comment period following the issuance of the Threshold
Determination of Non -Significance (DNS). A 14-day appeal period will follow the issuance of the DNS.
APPLICATION DATE: October 29, 2007.
Permits/Review Requested: Environmental (SEPA) Review, Zoning Text Amendment
Location where application may be reviewed: Economic Development Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department,
Strategic Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055,
PUBLIC HEARING: A public hearing on these issues will be held before the City Council on January 14, 2008.
Environmental Documents that evaluate the Proposed Project: Environmental Checklist dated October 26, 2007.
Development Regulations Used For Project Mitigation. These non -project actions will be subject to the City's $EPA
Ordinance and Development Regulations and other applicable codes and regulations as appropriate.
Proposed Mitigation Measures: The analysis of the proposal does not reveal any adverse environmental impacts
requiring mitigation above and beyond existing code provisions. However, mitigation may be necessary and may be
imposed at the time of a site specific development proposal on the subject site.
Comments on the above application must be submitted in writing to Erika Conkling, Senior Planner, Economic
Development Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055, by 5:00 p.m.
on November 15, 2007. If you have questions about this proposal, or wish to be made a party of record and receive
additional notification by mail, contact the Project Manager. Anyone who submits written comments will automatically
become a party of record and will be notified of any decision on this project.
CONTACT NUMBER: (425) 430- 6578
NAME
1998 MILLER FAMILY INVESTME
212 WELLS LLC
221 WELLS LLC CIO ALLIED GROUP INC
304 MAIN STREET ASSOC
700 S THIRD ASSOCIATES L L
ADAMS KENNETH R+CHERYL A DA
ALIMENT RANDY J & ELAINE M
ALLARD GERARD+ELIZABETH A+C
ALPINE ONE LLC
ATS AUTOMATION
AUSTIN WALTER & SHARON
BAILEY BRIAN A
BANASKY GEORGE C
BANK OF AMERICA ATTN CORP REAL ESTATE ASSESS
BARBANO PAUL S
BAREI BENNETT LOUIS+DRIUSSI RITA
BAREI PROPERTIES LLC
BARNETT MARK
BAXTER FREDRICK A
BEAN PAULA JO+JOSEPH PAUL
BECKER SARAH M
BENCHMARK CONSTRUCTION LTD
BENTON RICHARD & NAOMI
BIG FIVE HOLDINGS INC
BILEY CHARLES P+MARJIE J T
BISHOP OF CH JESUS CHRIST SOCIAL SERVIS CTR
BJORGVINSDOTTIR HREFNA+MCDO
BLENCOE HARRY A & JANET
BNSF RWY CO
BOBADILLA FRANCISCO J+ENEDI
BOLDING PAUL A+LINDA J GLAU
BRADFORD DEAN KENT
BRAUNSCHWEIG ROBERT JOSEPH
BREWER CRAIG M FAMILY LTD P
BRICK MANAGEMENT LLC
BRINK TRACY L+COLLEEN DERRY
BROWDER SANDY C
BUENO CARLOS E+SHANNON
BURLINGTON NORTHRN SANTA FE ATTN PROP TAX
BURNETT AVENUE LAND LLC
BURNETT LLC
BURNETT PLACE
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
2315 SW 120TH
BURIEN WA
98146
108-A LOGAN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
221 WELLS AVE S #100
RENTON WA
98055
POB 2111
RENTON WA
98056
PO BOX 896
RENTON WA
98057
706 RENTON AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
14511 SE FAIRWOOD BLVD
RENTON WA
98058
1839 1ST ST
KIRKLAND WA
98033
13200 LAKE KATHLEEN RD SE
RENTON WA
98059
450 SHATTUCK AVE S STE 100
RENTON WA
98055
14823 47TH AVE E
TACOMA WA
98446
8201 S 121 ST ST
SEATTLE WA
98178
415 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
101 N TRYON ST #NC1 -001 -03-81
CHARLOTTE NC
28255
PO BOX 3649
KENT WA
98089
614 S 18TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
PO BOX 1756
RENTON WA
98057
2723 34TH AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98144
330 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
334 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
357 BRONSON WAY NE
RENTON WA
98056
17823 172ND AVE SE
RENTON WA
98058
12727 195TH PL SE
ISSAQUAH WA
98027
2525 E EL SEGUNDO BOULEVARD
EL SEGUNDO CA
90245
8718 S 113TH ST
SEATTLE WA
98178
50 E NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY UT
84150
335 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98005
112 MONTEREY DR NE
RENTON WA
98056
PO BOX 961089
FORT WORTH TX
76161
29822 126TH CT SE
AUBURN WA
98092
506 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
1000 S 2ND ST
RENTON WA
98055
7510 E SIDE DR NE
TACOMA WA
98422
315 MORRIS S
RENTON WA
98055
11130 SE 208TH ST #D203
KENT WA
98031
441 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
3256 SHADOW TREE DR
OCEANSIDE CA
92054
PO BOX 1148
RENTON WA
98057
PO BOX 96189
FORT WORTH TX
76161
595 S RIVERWOODS PKWY SUITE 400
LOGAN UT
84321
505 5TH AVE S #160
SEATTLE WA
98104
500 ELLIOTT AVE W #A
Seattle WA
98119
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
BURNETT PLACE HOLDINGS LLC+
399 N MAIN ST #200
LOGAN UT
84321
CAFE DONUTS LLC
3623 S 243RD ST
KENT WA
98032
CANIPAROLI MIKE
84 LOGAN AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
CARINO NENA F+IRENE F
500 BURNETT AVE
RENTON WA
98055
CASTANEDA EZEQUIEL SANCHEZ
440 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CAYCE KAMERON C+TERRI
29013 229TH AVE SE
BLACK DIAMOND WA
98010
CCAS PROPERTY & CONST
710 9TH AVE
SEATTLE WA
98104
CEDAR RIVER COURT
201 27TH AVE SE #A-200
PUYALLUP WA
98374
CEK HOLDINGS IV LLC
1188 106TH AVE NE #327
BELLEVUE WA
98004
CHATEAU DE VILLE LLC
801 S 3RD ST
RENTON WA
98055
CHAYA BOON+CHIEKO
4567 135TH PL SE
BELLEVUE WA
98006
CHEN JANET+CASTIELLO GEORGE
503 HOUSER WAYS
RENTON WA
98057
CHEN KEN R
5300 16TH AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98108
CHESLEDON RENTON L L C+CHES
1200 WESTLAKE AVE N #509
SEATTLE WA
98109
CHILTON PAUL A+SUELLEN
19703 1ST S
NORMANDY PARK WA
98148
CHOUN SONG
525 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CLARE DURWARD F+MARY LOUISE
1818 JONES AVE NE
RENTON WA
98056
CLAREY RICK G+STEPHANIE A
419 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CODDINGTON JAMES E+CAROLYN
8792 SE OVERRA
PORT ORCHARD WA
98367
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF KING COUNTY
403 E MEEKER ST STE 200
KENT WA
98032
CONGER BARRY
344 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CONNOLE ALBERT
232 EVANS AVE
MISSOULE MT
59801
COOLEY D B J LLC
PO BOX 272
RENTON WA
98057
COOPER ROBERT T
87 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CUGINI ALEX JR
611 RENTON AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
CUGINI LAND & TIMBER COMPAN
PO BOX 359
RENTON WA
98057
DANG HOANG D+CAM SIN
PO BOX 1196
RENTON WA
98057
DAWSON JAMES D+RENEE E
10838 LAKERIDGE DR S
SEATTLE WA
98178
DAYSTAR BAPTIST CHURCH
324 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
DEACY HAROLD A
407 W HITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
DELANCEY ROBERT C & BEVERLY
8464 ISLAND DR S
SEATTLE WA
98118
DEWINTER VICTORIA
6514 102ND PL NE
KIRKLAND WA
98033
DEWITT MARK+TANYA
P O BOX 59763
RENTON WA
98058
DICKSON RICHARD R+LINDA L
336 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
DINEEN JEFFREY
320 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
DIVELBISS CHARLES G
230 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
DIVELBISS CHARLES L
316 SE PIONEER WAY #342
OAK HARBOR WA
98277
DONCKERS LOUIS F SR
447 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
EGAWA AILEEN SAORI
91 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
EL-SHARAWY GUIRGUIS K EL-SHARAWY HAIDY S
PO BOX 84325
SEATTLE WA
98124
ERICKSON ALICE REIMAN
7600 SE 29TH #201
MERCER ISLAND WA
98040
ERUE DONALD C
14415 12TH AVE SW
SEATTLE WA
98166
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
EVANGELISTA ROSANEE
536 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
FACILITIES & OPERATIONS CTR OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIR
300 SW 7TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
FAKHARZADEH M HAD
PO BOX 78404
SEATTLE WA
98178
FFP INC
PO BOX 2215
EVERETT WA
98213
FINSETH ALBERT W
611 S 15TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
FIORETTI GENE M
411 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
FIRST CH OF CHRIST SCIENT
220 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS & LN
PO BOX 360
RENTON WA
98057
FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOA
PO BOX 358
RENTON WA
98055
FIRST SAVINGS BANK OF RENTON
201 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
FISHER FAMILY TRUST
416 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
FISHER GREGORY D
16121 182ND AVE SE
RENTON WA
98058
FLETCHER MIKE
20925 MAPLE VALLEY RD SE
MAPLE VALLEY WA
98038
FORD SHELLY
PO BOX 1754
RENTON WA
98057
FOUST TAMI M
12930 NE 103RD PL
KIRKLAND WA
98033
FRANK R VAISE POST 1263
416 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
FRANKEL MICHAEL B
PO BOX 2275
TOLUCA LAKE CA
91610
GALT THOMAS S+CHERYL
12628 SE 169TH PL
RENTON WA
98058
GANNON GREG
PO BOX 391
HOBART WA
98025
GANNON J K +L E LIVING TRST
22925 SE 292ND PL
BLACK DIAMOND WA
98010
GARRICK THOMAS E & J LATAIN
216 WELLS AVS S
RENTON WA
98055
GARY BELL ENTERPRISES LLC
330 MAIN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GENTRY GARY G
533 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GILLIGAN KA
538 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GION EDWARD J
408 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GOLKA VICTOR
PO BOX 98850
DES MOINES WA
98198
GOLLIER TYRONE B
PO BOX 128
RENTON WA
98057
GOOD PARTNERSHIP NW LLC
7259 S SUNNYCREST RD
SEATTLE WA
98178
GOODEN PETE+BAILEY CHRISTIN
PO BOX 1359
BATTLE GROUND WA
98604
GRAHAM DEAN & KERRI CEDAR RIVER PROPERTIES LLC
16410 SE 143RD PL
RENTON WA
98059
GRASSI JOSEPHINE
P O BOX 1188
RENTON WA
98057
GRIFFITH GREGORY M
310 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GROSSMAN GARY E+RIZZUTO PERSEPHONE
601 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GUAN ZHEN MEI+NAI HUI HU
521 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GUDMUNDSON NANCY L
102 LAKE AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
GULLINGSRUD KENNETH
21403 NE 10TH PL
SAMMAMISH WA
98074
HALLOWAY CAROLYN M
414 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HALSEN RON & ROSEMARY
707 S 4TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
HALVERSON KRISTINE L+ROBERT E
518 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HANSEN DOUGLAS
311 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HANSEN LINDA LORRAINE
340 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HARAMBEE CHURCH
316 S 3RD ST
RENTON WA
98055
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
HARRINGTON ROBERT W
426 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HARRIS TERI
1495 NW GILMAN BLVD STE 4-J
ISSAQUAH WA
98027
HARTIGAN MICHAEL R
611 HOUSER WAYS
RENTON WA
98057
HARTJEN LORI
3912 113TH AVE NE
BELLEVUE WA
98004
HASSON NATHAN+RANIEL
6309 BLAIR TER S
SEATTLE WA
98118
HEADRICK CHARLES R+MARY C
438 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HEITMAN-BODEN SANDRA
50 LOGAN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HIGGINS GERALD R+KELLY ANN
417 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HILDERMAN MIKE
504 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HOLLAND DANIEL J+ALMA C
320 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
HUGO BOSS LLC
1767 14TH AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98144
HUONG SENS HUE T PHAN
7259 S SUNNYCREST RD
SEATTLE WA
98178
HYLAND DENNIS D
530 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
IMEL KENNETH O & GARNET L
306 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
JJJ INC
5641 PLEASURE POINT LN
BELLEVUE WA
98006
JKH PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC
22217 255TH AVE SE
MAPLE VALLEY WA
98038
JO BITNEY HOLDINGS LLC
11413 SE 86TH ST
NEWCASTLE WA
98056
JOHNSON DOUGLAS+JENNIFER
507 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
JOHNSON JAMES G
4258 SW SUNSET DRIVE
LAKE OSWEGO OR
97034
JOHNSON RAY N & JULIE A
18808 SE 170TH ST
RENTON WA
98058
JOHNSON STEVE
25052 BUTTERWOOD DR
MENIFEE CA
92584
KAERCHER RICHARD K+KAREN
PO BOX 8
HOBART WA
98025
KAMOH AMRIK S+BHUPINDER K+M
9423 NE 130TH PL
KIRKLAND WA
98034
KANEMORI SCOTT F
432 SHATTUCK AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
KAVESH ELLIOT
6526 153RD AVE SE
BELLEVUE WA
98006
KENNON BRIAN
3000 NE 100TH ST
SEATTLE WA
98125
KERLIN MITCHELL W
419 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
KERNIE JOHN PMB 376
330 SW 43RD ST STE K
RENTON WA
98055
KIPERSZTOK MOSHE+JODI M
16410 SE 58TH PL
BELLEVUE WA
98006
KIRKMAN MAGUERITE
431 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
KKM ENTERPRISES LLC CIO KING LEE
PO BOX 80563
SEATTLE WA
98108
KOZAI WILMA M
415 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
KUROVSKY ALAN M
8441 SE 68TH ST #221
MERCER ISLAND WA
98040
LAWRENCE JEFFREY M+MELINDA P
809 S 4TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
LEAHY RAYMOND C
431 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
LECLECH MAURICE J+BANCHERO DARLENE M
12227 SE 179TH PL
RENTON WA
98058
LEMBO SALVATORE CORBETT RICK
212 S 3RD ST
RENTON WA
98055
LISK TROY 1
340 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
LOCKHART CRILLION AND EDNA
11211 AUBURN AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98178
LOEBE DAVID A
PO BOX 996
RENTON WA
98057
LONG DAVID
408 SHATTUCK AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
LOSH FAMILY LTD PARTNERSHIP
2110 WESTERN AVE
SEATTLE WA
98121
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
LU KHANH ETUX ETAL
13414 SE 85TH ST
RENTON WA
98059
LU MELISSA JUNE ET AL
713 SW 353RD PL
FEDERAL WAY WA
98023
LYONS JACK A+LEOTA M
15002 135TH AVE SE
RENTON WA
98058
M & V ENTERPRISES
124 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MACDONALD E B
123 MAIN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MAFFEO ENOCH V
400 SHATTUCK AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MARK D GAVIN
517 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MATHENA RICHARD DEAN+ACEILA
97 LOGAN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MCDONALD RONNIE A+ROBERTA K
216 NW 5TH ST
RENTON WA
98055
MCGINNIS MERRICK R+STEPHANI
5915 NE 4TH PL
RENTON WA
98059
MCGOWAN RONALD E
7517 S LAKERIDGE DR
SEATTLE WA
98178
MCKEOWN AMBER D
437 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MCLAUGHLIN RYAN & SHANNON
PO BOX 4093
RENTON WA
98057
MEDZEGIAN JAMES V+JOANNE M
11204 RAINIER AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98178
MEHTALA MICHAEL & REBECCA
PO BOX 2392
RENTON WA
98056
MENTAL HEALTH HOUSING FOUND
PO BOX 33606
SEATTLE WA
98133
MERRILL GARDENS
1938 FAIRVIEW AVE E #300
SEATTLE WA
98102
MERRILL GARDENS CIO PROPERTY TAX COUNSELORS
PO BOX 3525
MCKINNEY TX
75070
METROPOLITAN PLACE C/O HORIZON REALTY ADVISORS
500 ELLIOTT AVE W #A
SEATTLE WA
98119
MIELE PATRICIA L
528 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
MILLER GEOFFREY D+JENNIFER GAMOCHE
424 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MILLER JOHN W+RUMI R
428 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MINNIE ARTHUR W + VALERIE P
17820 NE 8TH PL
BELLEVUE WA
98008
MONELLI SYLVIA A
437 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MORAN ROBERT R
428 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MORAN ROBERT R+LYNN M
425 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MORRIS AVENUE INVESTMENTS L
330 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MOSCATEL HARRY
210 S WASHINGTON ST
SEATTLE WA
98104
MUELLER CHRISTIE S GARDNER MARK
116 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
MUNSON RONALD W & ELIZABETH
623 CEDAR AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
N & C INVESTMENT L L C
7432 SE 27TH ST
MERCER ISLAND WA
98040
NEWMAN JON+LINDA
8070 LANGSTON RD S
SEATTLE WA
98178
NEWMAN ROBERT E+DIANE M
341 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
NGUYEN ALEXANDER H+MARY
104 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
NGUYEN CHUCK+CHRISTY+DUNG
25846 SE 25TH WAY
SAMMAMISH WA
98075
NGUYEN CUONG H+VU UYEN P ET
340 S BURNETT AVE
RENTON WA
98055
NGUYEN THACH+CAMIE NG
1530 33RD AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98144
NGUYEN THANH M+MELISSA JUNE LU
713 SW 353RD PL
FEDERAL WAY WA
98023
NIEMI THEODORE L
1917 SHATTUCK AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
NORBY CONNIE SUE
407 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
NORDSTROM CARL R & MARIAN H
409 MORRIS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
NORWOOD ERIK
316 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
OHARRA MICHAEL E
94 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98056
OHNEMUS CHRISTOPHER J
500 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
OHNEMUS PAUL D
312 B SMITHERS
RENTON WA
98055
OLSON BERT & NITA
430 BURNETT
RENTON WA
98055
PALERMO NELSON D+RHODA R
9414 S 202ND ST
KENT WA
98031
PAMPOUKAS EVANGELOS & PAMPOUKAS ANATASHIA
18402 39TH AVE S
SEATTLE WA
98188
PARKSIDE AT 95 BURNETT LLC
2256 38TH PL E
SEATTLE WA
98112
PARKVIEW L L C %JOHN MEINZI
2421 84TH AVE SE
MERCER ISLAND WA
98040
PATAS FAMILY L.L.0
1815 ROLLING HILLS AVE SE
RENTON WA
98055
PETEK STEPHEN
520 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
PETERSEN NORMAN J
531 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
PHAM THANH
526 S 2ND ST
RENTON WA
98055
PORTERA KIMBERLY C/O DAVID P TRACY ATTY
108 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
PRASAD MAHENDRA
340 15TH AVE
SEATTLE WA
98122
PRICE ELLEN F
201 27TH AVE SE #A-200
PUYALLUP WA
98374
PROVIN WILLIAM D
81 LOGAN AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
PUGET WESTERN INC
19515 N CREEK PKWY #310
BOTHELL WA
98011
PUHICH PETER D
1402 KENNEWICK AVE NE
RENTON WA
98056
RAINIER PACIFIC REAL ESTATE LLC
411 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
RAMAC INC
4607 FOREST AVE SE
MERCER ISLAND WA
98040
REBECCAS FOOD ENTERPRISES 1
808 S 3RD ST
RENTON WA
98055
REESE-BELTRAND KARLA D+RYAN
522 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
REN FOUR INC
PO BOX 59
RENTON WA
98055
RENASSIANCE COMMERCIAL LLC
399 N MAIN ST #200
LOGAN UTAH
94321
RENTON AREA YOUTH & FMLY SVCS ET AL
1025 S 3RD ST SUITE B
RENTON WA
98055
RENTON CIVIC THEATRE
P O BOX 1556
RENTON WA
98057
RENTON COMMERCE CENTER L L
P O BOX 1113
RENTON WA
98057
RENTON FIFTH & WILLIAMS LIM
11018 NE 11TH ST
BELLEVUE WA
98004
RENTON HOUSING AUTHORITY
PO BOX 2316
RENTON WA
98056
RENTON LUTHERAN CHURCH
200 WHITWORTH AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
RENTON OFFICE LLC
410 WILLIAMS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
RENTON YOUTH & FAMILY SERV
1025 S 3RD ST SUITE B
RENTON WA
98055
REZA-MORENO ENRIQUE
501 HAUSER WAYS
RENTON WA
98055
RITCHIE JOHN G
10764 SAND POINT WAY NE
SEATTLE WA
98125
RIVERVIEW APARTMENTS C/O GRAN INC
1021 1ST AVE W
SEATTLE WA
98119
RIVILY THOMAS A
17035 300TH AVE NE
DUVALL WA
98019
ROBBINS BENJAMIN L
PO BOX 1581
RENTON WA
98057
ROBERTS NEVA & JERRY
26660 18TH PL S
DES MOINES WA
98198
ROBERTS RICK+LISA
118 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
ROGERS REBECCA L
427 WELLS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
ROSA JAMES D
2724 BENSON RD
RENTON WA
98055
ROWE NEETA B
421 WELLS AVE S #C
RENTON WA
98057
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NAME
ADDRESS
CITY, STATE
ZIP
ROXY LLC
PO BOX 1754
RENTON WA
98057
RYAN MAXWELL H
P O BOX 336
RENTON WA
98057
S & W PARTNERSHIP
720 RAINIER AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
S 3RD ST PROFESSIONAL BLDG
319 S 3RD ST
RENTON WA
98055
SAFEWAY INC STORE 1563 CIO COMPREHENSIVE PROP TAX
1371 OAKLAND BLVD STE 200
WALNUT CREEK CA
94596
SAGESER PETER D
3514 SW 112TH ST
SEATTLE WA
98146
SALVATION ARMY
PO BOX 9219
SEATTLE WA
98109
SAMOUN SALES MOHAMATH DURYAH
426 BURNETT AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
SANDOY FRED B & ERNA M
220 SHATTUCK AVE S
RENTON WA
98057
SCHMIDT MARGARET & ROBERT
7136 S SUNNYCREST RD
SEATTLE WA
98178
SCHOLTON CORP
3506 PARK AVE N
RENTON WA
98055
SCHUERLEIN KRISTEN MARIE
PO BOX 80682
SEATTLE WA
98108
SCHULTZ MARK T
434 SMITHERS AVE S
RENTON WA
98055
SCHUMSKY DONALD W+MARGARET
2019 JONES AVE NE
RENTON WA
98056
SCI MANAAGEMENT CORP 8TH FL #2920 PROP TAX DEPT
1929 ALLEN PARKWAY
HOUSTON TX
77019
SEARIKY TIM GEORGE PROPERTIES LLC
PO BOX 623
RENTON WA
98057
SEATTLE CITY OF SPUJREAL PROP - WTR
PO BOX 34018
SEATTLE WA
98124
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Note: If the Notice of Application states that it is an "Optional DNS", the marked agencies and
cities will need to be sent a copy of the checklist, PMT's, and the notice of application.
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION
AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF NON -
SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
DATE: November 1, 2007
LAND USE NUMBER and APPLICATION NAME: LUA07-130 Downtown Code Amendments (Docket #06-29)
PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTIONS: This change affects downtown Renton, primarily the Center Downtown
zone. Proposed changes include:
Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core Overlay is a subset of the CD zone
in which more urban style development standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This
proposal would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. As a result,
a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be
established through the development standards.
Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on location within the Downtown Care
Overlay. This change would apply the current standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also
amends the minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so that there is no
minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the CD zone. A few other changes have been made
to parking standards, including adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits certain uses from being
established on the ground floor within district boundaries. Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space,
but are lower intensity uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing, and
retirement residences. Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district, but must be on an upper story or
base mentlunderground. This district would expand from three blocks on S. 3`d St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave.
and one and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. (Houser Way to S. 2"d St.) to include a total of seven blocks on S.
3` St.(Shattuck Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.), two blocks on Wells Ave. S. (S. 4tn St. to S. 2"d St.) and one block on
Logan Ave. S. (S. 3`d St. to S. 2' St.), two blocks on Burnett Ave. S. (S. 4`h St./Houser Way to S. 2 d St.), two
blocks on Williams Ave. S.(S. 41" St to S. 2"d St.), two blocks on Main Ave. S. (S. 4tn St. to S, 21d St.), three blocks
on Houser Way (Burnett Ave. S.1 S. 4'h St. to Main Ave. S./S. 3rd St.), three blocks on S. 4`h St. (Burnett Ave.
S./Houser Way to Main Ave. S.) and four blocks on S. 2"d St. (Burnett Ave. S. to Main Ave. S.).
Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will be amended to coincide with the
same boundary for Urban Design District `A',
Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
OPTIONAL DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE (DNS): As the Lead Agency, the City of Renton has determined
that significant environmental impacts are unlikely to result from the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments and
zoning changes. Therefore. as permitted under the RCW 43,21 CA 10, the City of Renton is using the Optional DNS
process to give notice that a DNS is likely to be issued. Comment periods for the project and the proposed DNS are
integrated into a single comment period. There will be no comment period following the issuance of the Threshold
Determination of Non -Significance (DNS). A 14-day appeal period will follow the issuance of the DNS.
APPLICATION DATE: October 29, 2007.
Permits/Review Requested: Environmental (SEPA) Review, Zoning Text Amendment.
Location where application may be reviewed: Economic Development Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department,
Strategic Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055.
PUBLIC HEARING: A public hearing on these issues will be held before the City Council on January 14, 2008.
Environmental Documents that evaluate the Proposed Project: Environmental Checklist dated October 26, 2007.
Development Regulations Used For Project Mitigation: These non -project actions will be subject to the City's SEPA
Ordinance and Development Regulations and other applicable codes and regulations as appropriate.
Proposed Mitigation Measures: The analysis of the proposal does not reveal any adverse environmental impacts
requiring mitigation above and beyond existing code provisions. However, mitigation may be necessary and may be
imposed at the time of a site specific development proposal on the subject site.
Comments on the above application must be submitted in writing to Erika Conkling, Senior Planner, Economic
Development Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA g8055, by 5:00 p.m.
on November 15, 2007. If you have questions about this proposal, or wish to be made a party of record and receive
additional notification by mail, contact the Project Manager. Anyone who submits written comments will automatically
become a party of record and wilt be notified of any decision on this project.
CONTACT NUMBER: (425) 430- 6578
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHE9M51
Cityof Renton Development Services Division K C %0 IVCD
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1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231 NOV 0 1 2007
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST: City of Renton
Economic Development,
ec hborhoodds & Strategic Planning
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21C RCW, requires allUvernmental agencies to
consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the
quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the
agency identifies impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can
be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required_
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most
precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases,
you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need
to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write
"do not know" or "does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary
delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark
designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can
assist you.
The checklist questions apply to alf parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for non -project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not
apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For non -project actions (actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the references in
the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal,"
"proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Docket Item 6-29 Center Downtown Code Amendments
2. Name of applicant:
City of Renton, EDNSP Department
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Rebecca Lind, Planning Manager, 425-430-6588 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98055
4. Date checklist prepared:
October 26, 2007
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Renton
6_ Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
N/A
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected
with this proposal? if yes, explain.
NIA
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
None
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
None
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
City Council Action
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site.
Changes include the following:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core Overlay is a subset
of the CD zone in which more urban style development standards are applied (as compared to the
rest of the CD zone). This proposal would apply the regulations currently in effect for the
Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher
percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through the development
standards.
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Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on location within the
Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current standards for the Downtown Core
to the entire CD zone. It also amends the minimum amount of required parking for commercial
activities in the CD zone so that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial
activities in the CD zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income attached residences.
Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits certain uses
from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries. Primarily these uses are
things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity uses, such as: convalescent centers,
parking, group homes, light manufacturing, and retirement residences. Such uses are still
ailowed in the pedestrian district, but must be on an upper story or basement/underground. This
district would expand from three blocks on S. 3`¢ St. and one and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. to
include a total of seven blocks on S. 3`0 St., two blocks on Wells Ave. S. and one block on Logan
Ave. S., two blocks on Burnett Ave. S., two blocks on Williams Ave. S., two blocks on Main Ave.
S., three blocks on Houser Way S., three blocks on S. 4'r' St. and four blocks on S. 2nd St. See
attached map for further details.
Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary wifl be amended to
coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District 'A'.
Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Basically flat.
What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any
prime farmland.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The entire area is designated a Seismic Hazard Area.
Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed_
Indicate source of fill.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This amendment would allow a slightly higher
percentage of lot coverage in some areas of the Center Downtown zone, which could
result in more impervious surface. However, this area is already characterized by a very
high percentage of impervious surfaces (above 90%)
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile,
odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If
any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Are there any off -site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
none
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
3. WATER
a. Surface Water:
1 } Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-
round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe
type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The Cedar River forms the Northeastern boundary of
this site.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Project specific proposals will be evaluated at the
time of application.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from
surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected_
Indicate the source of fill material.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
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5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not affect the 100 year flood plain.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Ground Water:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by the City of Renton
water utility.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other
sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following
chemicals.,.; agriculturei; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of
such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of
animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by the City of Renton
sewer utility.
C. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and
disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water
flow into other waters, If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The existing area is already nearly 1 00% impervious
and is connected to a storm water system.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if
any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
n/a deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
nla evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
n/a shrubs
nla grass
nla pasture
n/a crop or grain
n/a wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, builrush, skunk cabbage, other
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n/a water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other
n/a other types of vegetation
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
G. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
5. ANIMALS
a. Circle any birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site: Citywide but map and text amendments are non. -project actions
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other n/a
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other n/a
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other n/a
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the
completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by electric and gas
utilities, and there may be oil and wood energy resources in use as well.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? if so,
generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this
proposal? If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The area is already served by emergency services.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a
short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)?
Indicate what hours noise would come from the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already subject to traffic noise, and short
term construction noises. There might be slightly more noise with the small increase in
intensity that is allowed by the change in regulations.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Thrs area is currently the downtown of the City of
Renton and has single and multi -family residences, commercial businesses, offices,
recreation, public open space, and public offices and buildings.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? ff so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Describe any structures on the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
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e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The site is zoned Center Downtown (CD).
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
The Comprehensive Plan designation is Urban Center Downtown.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The Cedar River is considered a shoreline of the
state.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so,
specify.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The critical areas map shows that a portion of the
area is in the Aquifer Protection Area 1, and that the entire area is considered a seismic
hazard area.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. -
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not affect allowed residential
densities or limit employment uses.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle,
or low-income housing.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The project does not affect housing.
10. AESTHETICS
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a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the
principal exterior building material(s) proposed.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not amend height standards.
Urban Design District standards are also in place to control aesthetic impacts.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposai produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The area of the proposal is already developed and
subject to light and glare including residential lighting, commercial lighting, street lighting,
and traffic lighting.
b. Gould light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
C. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. There are public open spaces such as Burnett Linear
park and the Piazza.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This proposal does not affect recreational uses.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Some buildings in the downtown may be of historic
value. This proposal does not affect them_ Development that occurs as a result of this
change in regulations will be subject to environmental review at the time of application.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The site is served by several arterials and is adjacent
to Interstate 405.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The site contains a transit center.
C. How many parking spaces would the comp#eted project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not directly eliminate any parking
spaces, however it does reduce the requirement for commercial uses to provide off-street
parking, and it limits parking uses on the ground floor within the pedestrian district. The
pedestrian district is proposed to be expanded significantly.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or
private?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already developed with a variety of
business and residential uses that generate a high number of vehicular trips. This
proposal does not increase the number of trips. Projects subject to the proposed
regulations will be reviewed at the time of application.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Parking is allowed within the pedestrian district
underground, or behind the building facade. The area is served by a major transit hub.
15. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
16. UTILITIES
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: ice ,natural gas, water, re use serve
bEafpfone, sanita sewer tic system, other.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and
the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be
needed.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Development projects that are subject to these
proposed regulations would be subject to environmental review at the time of application.
C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, state that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true and
complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non -significance
that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or
willful lack of full disclosure on my part.
Proponent:
Name Printed: _ i� ( -1�, (
Date: i z9) 7
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and
programs. You do not need to fill out these sheets for project actions.)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the
list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than
if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production,
storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already developed at a high level of intensity.
At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would be subject
to environmental review.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already developed at a high level of intensity.
At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would be subject
to environmental review.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Not applicable. The proposed changes might allow a slightly higher intensity of development in
some areas of the CD zone, which may slightly increase the depletion of energy or natural
resources. At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would
be subject to environmental review.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas
designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness,
wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites,
wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already highly developed. At a project
specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would be subject to
environmental review,
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow
or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
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Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already highly developed. Future projects
approved under the proposed change in regulations would be subject to environmental review at
the time of application.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and
utilities?
Not applicable, however as specific projects are proposed all would be subject to environmental
review.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
None.
SIGNATURE
Undersigned, the state, and I that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true and
complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non -significance
that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or
willful lack of full disclosure on my part.
Proponent: C �'d
Name Printed:
Date: VC`
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City of Renton RECEVE
LAND USE PERMIT NoVoi zoos
City of Menton
Economic
tagcPlMASTER APPLICATIO19borhoods & Development,
PROPERTY OWNER(S)
NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY: ZIP:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
NAME: City of Renton
COMPANY (if applicable): EDNSP Department
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
CITY: Renton ZIP: 98055
TELEPHONE NUMBER 425-430-6588
CONTACT PERSON
NAME: Erika Conkling
COMPANY (if applicable): EDNSP Department
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
CITY: Renton ZIP: 98058
TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS: x6578
econkling@ci.renton.wa.us
PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Center Downtown
Code Amendments
PROJECTIADDRESS(S)1LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: 98055
Downtown Renton- Center Downtown Zone, south of Airport
Way, southwest of the Cedar River, west of I-405, north of
Grady Way, and east of Rainier Avenue
KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER(S): See
Attached List
EXISTING LAUD USE(S):Single and multi -family residential,
commercial, office, recreational, public use.
PROPOSED LAND USE(S): Same.
EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
Urban Center Downtcwn
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
(if applicable): Same
EXISTING ZONING: Center Downtown (CD)
PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): Center Downtown (CD)
SITE AREA (in square feet): Approximately 175 acres
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF ROADWAYS TO BE DEDICATED
FOR SUBDIVISIONS OR PRIVATE STREETS SERVING
THREE LOTS OR MORE if applicable): n/a
PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET
ACRE (if applicable): nIa
NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable): n/a
NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): n/a
NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): rVa .
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Pt IECT INFORMA
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable): n/a
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): n/a
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable): n/a
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): n1a
NET FLOOR AREA OF NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if
applicable): n/a
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE
NEW PROJECT (if applicable): n/a
PROJECT VALUE: n/a
15 THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): n/a
❑ AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA TWO
X AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA ONE
❑ FLOOD HAZARD AREA
sq. ft.
TION fcontil jd
X GEOLOGIC HAZARD entire area- Seismic Hazard.
❑ HABITAT CONSERVATION sq. ft.
❑ WETLANDS sq. ft.
X SHORELINE STREAMS AND LAKES sq. ft.
2600 ft. of shoreline along the Cedar River- which is a
shoreline of the State.
I LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY I
(Attach legal description on seuarate sheet with the followina information included)
SITUATE IN THE E % & W % OF SECTIONS 17 & 18 , TOWNSHIP 23N RANGE 5E IN
KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
9. Environmental Checklist 3.
2. 4,
Staff will calculate applicable fees and postage: $
AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP
I, (Print Name/s) Rebecca Lind , declare that I am (please check one) _ the current owner of the property
involved in this application or X the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing
statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/herltheir free and voluntary act for the
uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument.
Rebecca Lind
(Signature of Owner/Representative)
/ f
(Signature of Owner/Representative)
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION Nov o 120
Cit of Rent
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECK &evlop
5trate
City of Renton Development Services Division
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21 C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to
consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the
quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the
agency identifies impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can
be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most
precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases,
you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without tlhe need
to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write
"do not know" or "does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary
delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark
designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can
assist you -
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for non -project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not
apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For non -project actions (actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the references in
the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal,"
"proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
n t,
Planning
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Docket Item 6-29 Center Downtown Code Amendments
2. Name of applicant:
City of Renton, EDNSP Department
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Rebecca Lind, Planning Manager, 425-430-6588 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98055
4. Date checklist prepared:
October 26, 2007
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
NIA
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected
with this proposal? If yes, explan.
NIA
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
None
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
None
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
City Council Action
11 _ Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site.
Changes include the following:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core Overlay is a subset
of the CD zone in which more urban style development standards are applied (as compared to the
rest of the CD zone), This proposal would apply the regulations currently in effect for the
Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher
percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through the development
standards.
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Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on location within the
Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current standards for the Downtown Core
to the entire CD zone. It also amends the minimum amount of required parking for commercial
activities in the CD zone so that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial
activities in the CD zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income attached residences.
Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits certain uses
from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries. Primarily these uses are
things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity uses, such as: convalescent centers,
parking, group homes, light manufacturing, and retirement residences. Such uses are still
allowed in the pedestrian district, but must be on an upper story or basement/underground. This
district would expand from three blocks on S. 3rd St. and one and a half blocks on Wells Ave. S. to
include a total of seven blocks on S. 3`d St., two blocks on Wells Ave. S. and one block on Logan
Ave. S., two blocks on Burnett Ave. S,, two blocks on Williams Ave. S., two blocks on Main Ave.
S., three blocks on Houser Way S., three blocks on S. 4`h St. and four blocks on S. 2"d St. See
attached map for further details.
Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will be amended to
coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District'A'.
Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short phrases.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Basically flat.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)?
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
C. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any
prime farmland_
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The entire area is designated a Seismic Hazard Area.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Indicate source of fill.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
g, About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buiAings)?
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This amendment would allow a slightly higher
percentage of lot coverage in some areas of the Center Downtown zone, which could
result in more impervious surface. However, this area is already characterized by a very
high percentage of impervious surfaces (above 90%)
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile,
odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If
any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
b. Are there any off -site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
none
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
3. WATER
a. Surface Water:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-
round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe
type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The Cedar River forms the Northeastern boundary of
this site.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Project specific proposals will be evaluated at the
time of application.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from
surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected.
Indicate the source of fill material.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
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5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not affect the 100 year flood plain.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
Not Applicable Nan -Project Action
b. Ground Water:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by the City of Renton
water utility.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other
sources, if any (for example' Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following
chemicals...; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of
such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of
animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by the City of Renton
sewer utility.
C. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and
disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water
flow into other waters, If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The existing area is already nearly 100% impervious
and is connected to a storm water system.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if
any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
n/a deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
n/a evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
n/a shrubs
0a grass
n/a pasture
n/a crop or grain
n/a wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
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n/a water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other
rla other types of vegetation
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b_ What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action,
C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
5. ANIMALS
a. Circle any birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site: Citywide but map and text amendments are non -project actions
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other n/a
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other n/a
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other n/a
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Is the site part of a migration route? if so, explain
Not Applicable Non-Proiect Action
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the
completed project's energy reeds? Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already served by electric and gas
utilities, and there may be oil and wood energy resources in use as well.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so,
generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
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Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
7. ENVIRONMENTAL_ HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this
proposal? If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The area is already served by emergency services.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a
short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)?
Indicate what hours noise would come from the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action, This area is already subject to traffic noise, and short
term construction noises. There might be slightly more noise with the small increase in
intensity that is allowed by the change in regulations.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is currently the downtown of the City of
Renton and has single and multi -family residences, commercial businesses, offices,
recreation, public open space, and public offices and buildings.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Describe any structures on the site.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
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e, What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The site is zoned Center Downtown (CD).
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
The Comprehensive Plan designation is Urban Center Downtown.
g If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Not Applicable Nan -Project Action. The Cedar River is considered a shoreline of the
state,
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so,
specify.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The critical areas map shows that a portion of the
area is in the Aquifer Protection Area 1, and that the entire area is considered a seismic
hazard area.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not affect allowed residential
densities or limit employment uses.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle,
or low-income housing.
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action_ The project does not affect housing.
10. AESTHETICS
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a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), rot including antennas: what is the
principal exterior building material(s) proposed.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Nan -Project Action. The proposal does not amend height standards.
Urban Design District standards are also in place to control aesthetic impacts,
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The area of the proposal is already developed and
subject to light and glare including residential lighting, commercial lighting, street lighting,
and traffic lighting.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action
C. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
12. RECREATION
a_ What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Not Applicable Non -Protect Action. There are public open spaces such as Burnett Linear
park and the Piazza.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This proposal does not affect recreational uses.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action, Some buildings in the downtown may be of historic
value. This proposal does not affect them. Development that occurs as a result of this
change in regulations will be subject to environmental review at the time of application.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The site is served by several arterials and is adjacent
to Interstate 405.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The site contains a transit center.
C. How many parking spE ces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. The proposal does not directly eliminate any parking
spaces, however it does reduce the requirement for commercial uses to provide off-street
parking, and it limits parking uses on the ground floor within the pedestrian district. The
pedestrian district is proposed to be expanded significantly.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or
private?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. This area is already developed with a variety of
business and residential uses that generate a high number of vehicular trips. This
proposal does not increase the number of trips. Projects subject to the proposed
regulations will be reviewed at the time of application.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Parking is allowed within the pedestrian district
underground, or behind the building facade. The area is served by a major transit hub.
15. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project resr:lt in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
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Not Applicable Non -Project Action
Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action
16. UTILITIES
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: is na ural gas, water, re use sery
one, sanitar sewer tic system, other.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action.
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and
the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be
needed.
Not Applicable Non -Project Action. Development projects that are subject to these
proposed regulations would be subject to environmental review at the time of application.
C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, state that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true and
complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non -significance
that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or
willful lack of full disclosure on my part.
Proponent: f•'J7Gf
'1
Name Printed:
Date: G�rj 2Lt 7
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and
programs. You do not need to fill out these sheets for project actions.)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the
list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions. be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than
if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production,
storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already developed at a high level of intensity.
At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would be subject
to environmental review.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are;
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already developed at a high level of intensity.
At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes wou'd be subject
to environmental review.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Not applicable. The proposed changes might allow a slightly higher intensity of development in
some areas of the CD zone, which may slightly increase the depletion of energy or natural
resources. At a project specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would
be subject to environmental review.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas
designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness,
wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites,
wetlands, flood piains, or prime farmlands?
Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already highly developed. At a project
specific level future projects approved under any of these changes would be subject to
environmental review.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow
or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
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Not applicable. The proposal affects an area that is already highly developed. Future projects
approved under the proposed cnange in regulations would be subject to environmental review at
the time of application.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and
utilities
Not applicable, however as specific projects are proposed all would be subject to environmental
review.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
None.
SIGNATURE
Undersigned, the state, and I that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true and
complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non -significance
that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or
willful lack of full disclosure on my part.
Proponent: A&et-4ti'dl�3�j
Name Printed:
Date:
ENVCHLST,pDC
REVISED 6/98
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NOV 01 2001
Project Narrative and Justification- City of Renton
Center Downtown Regulations- 2007 Docket It��elopment,
Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning
At present there are several layers of regulations in effect for Renton's downtown:
Center Downtown (CD) zoning regulations, Downtown Core Overlay, Pedestrian District
Overlay, City Center Sign Regulations, and Urban Design Regulations District'A'. In
addition, these regulations all have different geographical boundaries. This creates an
implementation problem, as well as a problem with regulatory fairness. As a result, this
docket item was initiated to simplify regulation in Renton's downtown by eliminating,
expanding, or changing the boundaries of some of these regulatory districts and
overlays.
Changes include the following:
• Eliminating the Downtown Core Overlay. At present time the Downtown Core
Overlay is a subset of the CD zone in which more urban style development
standards are applied (as compared to the rest of the CD zone). This proposal
would apply the regulations currently in effect for the Downtown Core to the
entire CD zone. As a result, a slightly higher degree of urbanism (higher
percentage of lot coverage, minimal or no setbacks) will be established through
the development standards.
• Amending the Parking Regulations. Parking regulations are currently based on
location within the Downtown Core Overlay. This change would apply the current
standards for the Downtown Core to the entire CD zone. It also amends the
minimum amount of required parking for commercial activities in the CD zone so
that there is no minimum required parking for most commercial activities in the
CD zone. A few other changes have been made to parking standards, including
adding a standard for congregate residences and a standard for low income
attached residences.
Expanding the Pedestrian District Overlay. The Pedestrian District overlay limits
certain uses from being established on the ground floor within district boundaries.
Primarily these uses are things that take a lot of space, but are lower intensity
uses, such as: convalescent centers, parking, group homes, light manufacturing,
and retirement residences. Such uses are still allowed in the pedestrian district,
but must be on an upper story or basement/underground. This district would
expand from three blocks on S. 3rd St. and one and a half blocks on Wells Ave.
S. to include a total of seven blocks on S. 3`d St., two blocks on Wells Ave. S. and
one block on Logan Ave. S., two blocks on Burnett Ave. S., two blocks on
Williams Ave. S., two blocks on Main Ave. S., three blocks on Houser Way S.,
three blocks on S. 4ffi St. and four blocks on S. 2nd St. See attached map for
further details.
Amending the boundary of the City Center Sign Regulations. The boundary will
be amended to coincide with the same boundary for Urban Design District'A'.
Minor changes made to correct scrivner's errors or clarify terminology or short
phrases.
Downtown Code Ame eats- Draft October 2007- CTED/SE:
a
4-2-010
E ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS ON LAND USE:
NOV 01 2007
City of Renton
ment,
borhoods & Strat gic Planning
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
ZONING MAP S'YMB011eigh
AUColnall Restrictions
Dot Pattern
Public Use Designation
"P"
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
REFERENCE OR CODE SECTION NO.
Airport -Compatible Land Use Restrictions
RMC 4-3-020
Aquifer Protection Area _
RMC 4-3-050
Automall hriprovemerit District
RMC 4-3-040
Downtown Pedestrian District
RMC 4-2-070L and 4-2-OSOD
Northeast Fourth Street Business District
RMC 4-3-040
"P" Suffix Procedures
RMC 4-3-080
Planned Unit Development
RMC 4-9-150
Rainier Avenue Business District
RMC 4-3-040
Restrictive Covenants
See PropertyTitle Report
C R dt�t-i
n n n G n 3 09
Sunset Blvd. Business District
RMC 4-3-040
Urban Celt 13eY� la Pesi n
Districts (Areas A,„" B," anal-" Ci„, Dom'
and "E")
RMC 4-3-100
4-2-080 C AREA; (RES.E:RVEI))
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4-2-080 D DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT
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4-2-120B
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL ZONING
DESIGNATIONS
CD
CO
COR
LOT DIMENSIONS
Minimum Lot Size for
None
25,000 sq. ft.
None
lots created after July
11, 1993
Minimum Lot
None
None
None
Width/Depth for lots
created after July 11,
1993
LOT COVERAGE
Maximum Lot
65% of total lot
65% of total lot
Coverage for
Ira ..,-
area or 75%19 if
area or 75% if
Buildings
q)`&VanttrwH-Cep
parking is
parking is provided
A-e��":4-None.
provided within
within the building
-P cff
the building or
or within a parking
lee k ,) toe
within a parking
garage.25
Dowii : awn. Ge Fe
garage.
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DENSITY(Net Density in Dwelling Units per Net Acre)
25 dwelling units
NA
Where a
Minimum Net
per net acre.9
development
Residential Density
The minimum
involves a mix of
density
uses then minimum
requirements shall
residential density
not apply to the
shall be 16
subdi,,-ision and/or
dwelling units per
development of a
net acre.9,25
legal lot 112 acre or
When proposed
less in size as of
development does
March 1, 1995.
not involve a mix
of uses, then
minimum
residential density
shall be 5 dwelling
units per net
acre.9,25
The same area
used for
commercial and
ofFice development
can also be used to
calculate
residential density.
Where commercial
and/or office areas
are utilized in the
calculation of
density, the City
may require
restrictive
covenants to
ensure the
maximum density
is not exceeded
should the property
be subdivided or in
another manner
made available for
separate lease or
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conveyance...
Maximurn Net
100 dwellin units
NA
COR 1 and 2
Residential Density
per net acre.
(Generally the
Density may be
Stoneway
increased to 150
Concrete Site and
dwelling units per
Port Quendall
net acre subject to
Site, respectively):
Administrative
25 dwelling units
Conditional Use
per net acre,
approval.
without bonus.
Bonus density may
be achieved subject
to noted
requirements in
RMC 4-9-065,
Density Bonds
Review.9
COR 3 (Generally
the Southport Site
and Fry's Site):
50 dwelling units
per net acre.9,25
The same area
used for
commercial and
office development
can also be used to
calculate
residential density.
Where commercial
and/or office areas
are utilized in the
calculation of
density, the City
may require
restrictive
covenants to
ensure the
maximum density
is not exceeded
should the property
be subdivided or in
another manner
made available for
separate lease or
conveyance.
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SETBACKS
Minimum Front
Mithiri Downtown
Buildings less
Determined
Yard"
C Affe I.; - e -A:}E
than 25 ft. in
through site
None.
height: 15 ft.19
development plan
Buildings 25 ft.
review,22,24.25
An -s-R a
to 80 ft. in
D ntown-Core
height: 20 ft.''-"
r'r
Buildings over 80
-�1�4t,4rbFthe�st
ft. in height: 30
25 ft. (iY t3luTic��;rie
ft.13,19
1i-e1e13-t.
-164 --40
building
Maximum Front
15 fi. - .for
one
Determined
Yard"
buildings 25 ft. or
through site
less in height.
development plan
None - for that
review.22,24,25
portion of a
building over 25 ft.
in height.
Minimum Side Yard
44flti^ -nivn
15 ft, - for
Determined
Along A Street's
fore-krea-:}"
buildings less than
through site
None
25 ft. in height.
development plan
Outside
20 ft.1 ," - for
review.22,24,25
vim 10Wn C 0 V
buildings 25 ft. to
Area!80
ft. in height.
4t4 44F4-e-fi+4
30 ft.1 "' - ror
2,�4t,-.4-bii-41kit
buildings over 80
hei-ght.
ft. in height.
4-41: - --46"- int
15 11. - t-or
None
Determined
Maximum Side Yard
buildings 25 f1_ or
through site
Along A Street's
less in height.
development plan
None -for that
review.22,24,25
portion of a
building over 25 ft.
in height.
Minimum Freeway
10 ft. landscaped
10 ft. landscaped
10 ft. landscaped
Frontage Setback
setback from the
setback from the
setback from the
property line.
property line.
property line.
Minimum Rear Yard
None, unless the
None required,
Determined
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Minimum Side Yard
Clear Vision Area
CD lot abuts a
residential zone,
RC - R-1; -1 4;R7�,
T; then there shall
bea15ft.
landscaped strip or
a 5 ft. wide sight -
obscuring
landscaped strip
and a solid 6 ft.
high barrier used
along the common
None
NA
ON -SITE LANDSCAPING
Minimum On -site Mlithfn--1)owntow-a
Landscape Width - Cnre-Aim-None
Along the Street OWsW
Frontage Downtown -Core
14re. r-143 4i?_
Minimum On -site None
Landscape Width
Required Along the
Street Frontage When
a Commercial Lot is
Adjacents to Property
Zoned R-1, R-4, R-S,
R-10, R-14, or RM
except, 15 ft. if
abutting a
residential zone,
R-1 -4 y R . D
None required,
except 15 ft. if
abutting or
adjacent to a
residential zone;
iR-1--,n ,inn 8,n
44,-R- 1= , e,r R M--
E.
In no case shall a
structure over 42
in. in height
intrude into the 20
ft. clear vision
area defined in
RMC 4-11-030.
10 ft., except
where reduced
through the site
development plan
review process.
15 ft. sight -
obscuring
landscaping.If the
street is a
designated
arterial,l non -
sight -obscuring
landscaping shall
be provided
through site
development plan
review.22,24,25
Determined
through site
development plan
review.zz,za,zs
In no case shall a
structure over 42
in. in height
intrude into the 20
ft. clear vision area
defined in RMC 4-
11-030.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
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Minimum Landscape
Width Required When
a Commercial Lot is
Abutting' Property
Zoned Residential
Minimum On -site
Landscape Width
Required Along the
Street Frontage When
a Commercial Zoned
Lot is Adjacent to
Property Zoned
Commercial, Office or
Public/Quasi, i.e., CN,
CV, CA, CD, CO, or
COR
HEIGHT
Maximum Building
Height
15 ft. landscaped
strip consistent with
the definition of
landscaped visual
barriea- in RMC 4-
11-120; or 5 ft.
wide sight -
obscuring
landscaped strip
and a Solid 6 ft.
high barrier used
along the common
boundary of
residentially zoned
property; C
44-,PF—, RN4 1 t
1
95 ft.
unless otherwise
determined by the
Reviewing
Official through
the site
development plan
review process.3
15 ft. wide
landscaped visual
barrier consistent
with the definition
in RMC 4-11-120,
when abutting a
residentially
zoned property.
R-i.A 10 ft, slight -
obscuring
landscape strip
may be allowed
through the site
development plan
review process. 3,4
15 ft. wide sight -
obscuring
landscape strip.
250 ft.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
COR I (Generally
the Stoneway
Concrete Site): 10
stories and/or 125
ft.6,14
COR 2 and 3
(Generally the
Port Quendall
Site, Fry's Site
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Maximum Building
Height When a
Building is Abutting? a
Lot Designated as
Residential
20 ft. more than the
maxinlum height
allowed in the
abutting residential
zonc,14— , EZ-t R-4;
6,17
20 ft. more than
the maximum
height allowed in
the abutting
residential zone;
T 0, D 14 or RIM.
6
and the Southport
Site): 10 stories
and/or 125 ft.;
provided, the
master plan
includes a balance
of building height,
bulk and density;6
and provided, that
in the COR 3 Zone
only, buildings or
portions of
buildings which
are within 100 ft.
of the shoreline
shall not exceed a
maximum height
of 75 ft.25
Determined
through site
development plan
review.'5
Maximum Height for
Wireless
Communication
Facilities
See RMC 4-4-
140G,
See RMC 4-4-
140G.
See RMC 4-4-
140G.
SCREENING
See RMC 4-4-095.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-095,
Minimum Required
095.
for Outdoor Loading,
Repair, Maintenance,
Storage or Work
Areas; Surface -
Mounted Utility and
Mechanical
Equipment; Roof Top
Equipment (Except for
Telecommunication
Equipment)
Refuse or Recycling
See RMC 4-4-090
See RMC 4-4-
090.
See RMC 4-4-090,
I PARKING AND LOADING I
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General
Required Location for
Parking
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-13
For properties,
toe-ated-ou#-side-the
Down town -ere
au aWyc All
parking shall be
provided in the rear
portion of the yard,
and -with access
sha -be-taken from
the -an .alley, when
available.
---parldrig
shall not be locatti�d
in the Front varci
nor in a side yard or
reqLy�,ird faciM,' the
street. P ark i n
may bw located o t-
site or subject toter.
joint arhin
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
General TNA
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-
13.
NA
A pedestrian
connection shall
be provided from
a public entrance
to the street,
unless the
Reviewing
Official
See RMC 4-4-080
and RMC 10-10-
13. Direct arterial
access to
individual
structures shall
occur only when
alternative access
to local or collector
streets or
consolidated
access with
adjacent uses is not
feasible_
NA
Determined
through site
development plan
review.
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deterniines that
the requirement
would unduly
endanger the
pedestrian.
SIGNS
General
See RMC 4-4-100.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-100.
100.
LOADING DOCKS
Location
For permitted
_
Not permitted on
Determined
manufacturing and
fabrication uses,
! the side of the lot
adjacent or
through site
development plan
parking, docking
abutting to a
review.
and loading areas
residential zone;
for truck traffic
" ' n '', R 8, n
,
shall be off-street
10 R 14, RM
oi-
and screened from
U
vice of abutting
public streets.
_
DUMPS, IURLCYCLING
COLLECTION AREA
Size and Location of
See RMC 4-4-090.
See RMC 4-4-
See RMC 4-4-090.
Refuse or Recycling
090.
Areas
CRITICAL AREAS
General
See RMC 4- 3-050
See RMC 4-3-050
See RMC 4-3-050
and 4-3-090.
and 4-3-090.
and 4-3-090.
SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Design Guidelines
See RMC 4-3-100
NA
NA
for Urban Center
Design Overlay
regulations
applicable to
residential
buildings.
4-2-120C
CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TABLES FOR
COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
11. RMC— 4 2 080C, Reserved.
20. "Public Suffix" (P) properties are allowed the
following height bonus: Publicly owned structures shall be permitted an additional fifteen
feet (15') in height above that otherwise permitted in the zone if "pitched roofs," as
defined herein, are used for at least sixty percent (60%) or more of the roof surface of
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both primary and accessory structures. In addition, in zones where the maximum
permitted building height is less than seventy five feet (75'), the maximum height of a
publicly owned structure may be increased as follows, up to a maximum height of
seventy five feet (75) to the highest point of the building:
a. When abutting a public street, one additional foot of
height for each additional one and one half feet (1-1/2') of perimeter building setback
beyond the minimum street setback required at street level unless such setbacks are
otherwise discouraged (12-g si< t Bed sr-e.'ea it tho CD one); and
b. When abutting a common property line, one
additional foot of he] girt for each additional two feet (2') of perimeter building setback
beyond the minimum required along a common property line; and
C. On lots four (4) acres or greater, five (5) additional
feet of height for every one percent (1%) reduction below, a twenty percent (20%)
maximum lot area coverage by buildings for public amenities such as recreational
facilities, and/or landscaped open space areas, etc., when these are open and accessible to
the public during the day or week.
4-4-080 PARKING, LOADING AND DRIVEWAY REGULATIONS:
B. SCOPE OF PARKING, LOADING AND DRIVEWAY STANDARDS:
1. Applicability;
a. Within the Center Downtown fir Zouc(r le i nr -8 }: This
Section, except for subsections Fl through F9 and J of this Section, shall apply in the
following cases:
i. New Buildings or Structures: If construction replaces an existing building,
only the area exceeding the area of the original structure shall be used to calculate
required parking.
ii. Building/Structure Additions: Only the area exceeding the area of the
original structure shall be used to calculate required parking.
b. Outside the Center DOWDtown Q)F-CZ0ne: Off-street parking, loading areas, and
driveways shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this Section in the
following cases:
i. New buildings or structures.
ii. Building/Structure Additions: The enlargement or remodeling of an existing
building/structure by more than one-third (1/3) of the area of the
building/structure.
iii. Paving or Striping: The paving of a parking lot with permanent surface, or
striping a previously unstriped lot.
iv. Change in Use. The change of all or a portion of a building/structure or land
use to a use requiring mare parking than the previous use, as specified in
subsection F10 of this Section, except when located in a shopping center.
v. Activities Requiring Deliveries or Shipments: Uses requiring merchandise
deliveries and/or shipments shall provide adequate permanent off-street loading
space in addition to required parking for the use.
2. Conformance Required: It shall be unlawful for any person hereafter to erect,
construct, enlarge, move or convert any parking lot, parking structure, loading area, or
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driveway in the City or cause or permit the same to be done contrary to or in violation of
any of the provisions of this Section. Driveways shall be constructed to City standards.
3. Plans Required: Where off-street parking is required, except for single-family
dwellings, a plan shall be submitted for approval by the Building Department. The plan
must be accompanied by sufficient proof of ownership that indicates the spaces
contemplated will be permanent.
4. Future Changes to Parking Arrangement: Any future changes in parking
arrangements or number of spaces must be approved by the Development Services
Division
5. Timing for Compliance:
a. Building Permit Required: No construction, alteration or changes in uses are
permitted until all the information in RMC 4-8-120D16p, Parking Analysis, and 4-8-
120D19s, Site Plan, has been submitted and approved by the appropriate City
departments and building pen -nit has been issued.
b. Requirements Prior to Occupancy Permit: The premises shall not be occupied
until the parking lot is paved, marked, landscaped and lighted (if the lot is to be
illuminated) and an occupancy permit has been issued, unless a deferment has been
granted.
c. Requirements Prior to Business License Issuance: A business license shall not
be issued until an occupancy permit has been issued.
C. MAP, RESERVED
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E. LOCATION OF REQUIRED PARKING:
I. On -Site Parking Required: Required parking as specified herein shall be provided
upon property in the same ownership as the property upon which the building or use
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requiring the specified parking is located or upon leased parking. Off-street parking
facilities shall be located as hereinafter specified:
a. Detached, Senii-Attached and Two (2) Attached Dwellings: On the same lot
with the building they are required to serve.
b. Attached Dwellings Greater Than Three (3) Units: May be on contiguous lot
with the building they are required to serve; provided, the provisions of subsection E2
(Off -Site Parking) of this Section are complied with.
c. Boat Moorages: May have parking areas located not more than six hundred feet
(600') from such moorage facility nor closer than one hundred feet (100') to the
shoreline (see subsection Fl o of this Section). Accessible parking as required by the
Washington State Barrier Free Standards can be allowed within one hundred feet
(100') per subsection He of this Section.
d. Other Uses: On the same lot with the principal use except when the conditions as
mentioned in subsection E2 (Off -Site Parking) of this Section are complied with.
2. Off -Site Parking:
a. When Permitted: If sufficient parking is not available on the premises of the use,
a private parking area may be provided off -site, except for single and two (2) family
dwellings.
b. Agreement Required: A parking agreement cnsuring that off -site parking is
available for the duration of the use shall be approved by the Development Services
Director, following review by the City Attorney.
c. Additional Information Required, The Development Services Division shall
review the following as part of the permit process:
i. A letter of justification addressing the need for off -site parking and
compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.
ii. A site plan showing all dimensions of parking spaces, aisles, landscaping areas,
adjacent street improvements, curb cuts, and on -site and adjacent uses and
buildings.
d. Fees: No charge for use of such parking area shall be made in any residential zone
except on a weekly or monthly basis.
e. Maximum Distance to Off -Site Parking Area:
i. All--ents-Within the Center Downtown C-er-eZone: No distance
requirements apply when both the use and off -site parking are located within the
Center Downtowne.
ii. Within the UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones: Off -site parking shall be within five
hundred feet (500') of the building or use if it is intended to serve residential uses,
and within one thousand five hundred feet (1,500') of the building or use if it is
intended to serve nonresidential uses.
iii. All Other Zones: Off -site parking shall be within five hundred feet (500') of
the building or use if it is intended to serve residential uses, and within seven
hundred fifty feet (750') of the building or use if it is intended to serve
nonresidential uses.
f. Transportation Management Plan Exception: The Planning/Building Public
Works Department may modify the maximum distance requirements if a
Transportation Management Plan or other acceptable transportation system will
adequately provide for the parking needs of the use and the conditions outlined in
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3. Joint Use Parking Facilities:
a. When Permitted: Joint use of parking facilities may be authorized only for those
uses that have dissimilar peak -hour demands.
b. Agreement Required: A parking agreement ensuring that joint use parking is
available for the duration of the uses shall be approved by the Development Services
Director, following review by the City Attorney.
c. Maximum Distance to Joint Use Parking:
i. A" -ones -Within the Center Downtown Cot-eZone: No distance
requirements apply when both the use and joint use parking are located within the
Center Downtown-&.
ii. Within the UC-N1 and UC-N2 Zones: ,Joint use parking shall be within seven
hundred fifty feet (750') of the building or use if it is intended to serve residential
uses, and within one thousand five hundred feet (1,500') of the building or use if it
is intended to serve nonresidential uses.
iii. All Other Zones: Joint use parking shall be within seven hundred fifty feet
(750') of the building or use it is intended to serve.
d. Special Provisions for Subdivision of Shopping Center: Parking areas in
shopping centers may operate as common parking for all uses. If a shopping center is
subdivided, easements and/or restrictive covenants must grant use and provide for
maintenance of cominon parking and access areas.
F. PARKING LOT DESIGN STANDARDS
10. Number of Parking Spaces Required:
a. Interpretation of Standards — Minimum and Maximum Number of Spaces: In
determining parking requirements, when a single number of parking spaces is
required by this Code, then that number of spaces is to be interpreted as the general
number of parking spaces required, representing both the minimum and the maximum
number of spaces to be provided for that land use.
When a maximum and a minimum range of required parking is listed in this Code, the
developer or occupant is required to provide at least the number of spaces listed as the
minimum requirement, and may not provide more than the maximum listed in this
Code.
b. Multiple Uses: When a development falls under more than one category, the
parking standards for the most specific category shall apply, unless specifically stated
otherwise.
c. Alternatives:
i. Joint Parking Agreements: Approved joint use parking agreements and the
establishment of a Transportation Management Plan (TMP) may be used as
described in subsections F3 and F10c(ii) of this Section to meet a portion of these
parking requirements. (Arad. Ord. 4790, 9-13-1999)
ii.Transportation Management Plans: A Transportation Management Plan
(TMP) guaranteeing the required reduction in vehicle trips may be substituted in
part or in whole for the parking spaces required, subject to the approval of the
Planning/Building/Public Works Department.
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The developer may seek the assistance of the PlanninS7 uildu1g/Public Works
Department in fomiulatin; a Transportation Management Plan. The plan must be
agreed upon by both the City and the developer through a binding contract with
the City of Renton. At a minimum, the Transportation Management Plan will
designate the number of trips to be reduced on a daily basis, the means by which
the plan is to be accomplished, an evaluation procedure, and a contingency plan if
the trip reduction goal cannot be met. If the Transportation Management Plan is
unsuccessful, the developer is obligated to immediately provide additional
measures at the direction of the Plan ningBuilding/Publie Works Department,
which may include the requirement to provide full parking as required by City
standards.
d. Modification: The Planning/Building/Public Works Department may authorize a
modification from either the minimum or maximum parking requirements for a
specific development should conditions warrant as described in RMC 4-9-250D2.
When seeking a modification from the minimum or maximum parking requirements,
the developer or building occupant shall provide the PlanninglBuilding/Public Works
Department with written justification for the proposed modification.
e. Parking Spaces Required Based on Land Use: Modification of these minimum
or maximum standards requires written approval from the Planning/Building/Public
Works Department
USE
NUMBER OF REQUIRED SPACES
GENERAL:
Mixed occupancies: (2 or 3 different uses in
The total requirements for off: -street
the same building or sharing a lot. For 4 or
parking facilities shall be the sum of the
more uses, see "shopping center"
requirements for the several uses
requirements)
computed separately, unless the building
is classified as a "shopping center" as
defined in RMC 4-11-190.
Uses not specifically identified in this
Planning/Building/Public Works
Section:
Department staff shall determine which
of the below uses is most similar based
upon staff experience with various uses
and information provided by the
applicant. The amount of required
parking for uses not listed above shall be
the same as for the most similar use
listed below
RESIDENTIAL USES OU'F444II+-Ofi-OUTSIDE. Or TIE CENTER DOWNTOWN
C--(HF?,FZO \ > :
Detached and semi -attached dwellings:
A minimum of 2 per dwelling unit.
Tandem parking is allowed. A
maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked
on a lot, including those vehicles under
repair and restoration, unless kept within
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enclosed building.
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7:1 t #i tt" n1•i,.:n 1r... n- ._—._
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Manufactured homes within a
A minimum of 2 per manufactured
manufactured home park:
home site, plus a screened parking area
shall be provided for boats, campers,
travel trailers and related devices at a
ratio of 1 screened space per 10 units. A
maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked
on a lot, including those vehicles under
repair and restoration, unless kept within
an enclosed building.
Congregate residence:
1 per sleeping room and 1 for the
proprietor, plus 1 additional space for
each 4 persons employed on the
premises.
Attached dwellings in CORM-U, RM-T,
1.8 per 3 bedroom or larger dwelling
UGN1 and UGN2 Zones
unit;1.6 per 2 bedroom dwelling unit;1.2
per 1 bedroom or studio dwelling
unit.RM-T Zone Exemption: An
exemption to the standard parking ratio
formula may be granted by the
Development Services Director allowing
1 parking space per dwelling unit for
developments of less than 5 dwelling
units with 2 bedrooms or less per unit
provided adequate on -street parking is
available in the vicinity of the
development.
Attached dwellings within the HAI-F Zone:
2 per dwelling unit where tandem spaces
are not provided; and/or
2.5 per dwelling unit where tandem
parking is provided, subject to the
criteria found in subsection F8d of this
Section.
Attached dwellings within the C17 Zone:
1 per dwelling unit is required. A
maximum of 1.75 per dwelling unit is
allowed.
Attached dwellings within all other
zones: 1.75
per dwelling unit where tandem spaces
are not provided; and/or
2.25 per dwelling unit where tandem
parking is provided, subject to the
criteria found in subsection F8d of this
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Section.
_
Attached dwelling for low income or
1 for each 4 dwelling units
elderly;
RESIDENTIAL USES IN TIIE CENTER DOWNTOWN -GORE ZONE:
Attached dwellings:
1 per unit.
Attached dwellings for low income or
1 for every -4 dwelling units.
elderly:
CongreLlate Residences
l ear 4_slcg in() rooms ind 1 1'or the
proprietor, plus 1 additional space for
cash 4 pers_ons ernploy°ed on the
�ren�i scs.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE CENTER DOWNTOWN
ZONE AND
EXCEPT SHOPPING CENTERS:
Drive -through retail or drive -through.
Stacking spaces: The drive -through
service:
facility shall be so located that sufficient
on -site vehicle stacking space is
provided for the handling of motor
vehicles using such facility during peak
business hours. Typically 5 stacking
spaces per window are required unless
otherwise determined by the
Development Services Director.
Stacking spaces cannot obstruct required
parking spaces or ingress/egress within
the site or extend into the public right-
of-way.
Banks:
A minimum of 0.4 per 100 square feet of
net floor area and a maximum of 0.5 per
100 square feet of net floor area except
when Raq of a shoTping center.
Convalescent centers:
1 for every 2 employees plus 1 for every
3 beds.
Day care centers, adult day care (I and II):
1 for each employee and 2 loading
spaces within 100 feet of the main
entrance for every 25 clients of the
program.
Motels and motels:
1 per guest room plus 2 for every 3
employees.
Bed and breakfast houses:
1 per guest room. The parkin; space
Must not be located in any re uir( cd
setback. _
Mortuaries or funeral homes:
1 per 100 square feet of floor area of
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assembly rooms.
Vehicle sales (large and small vehicles) with
_
1 per 5,000 square feet. The sales area is
outdoor retail sales areas:
not a parking lot and does not have to
comply with dimensional requirements,
landscaping or the bulk storage section
requirements for setbacks and screening.
Any arrangement of motor vehicles is
allowed as long as:
-A minimum 5 feet perimeter
landscaping area is provided;
-They are not displayed in required
landscape areas; and
-Adequate fire access is provided per
Fire Department approval.
Vehicle service and repair (large and small
0.25 per 100 square feet of net floor
vehicles):
area.
Offices, medical and dental:
0.5 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
Offices, general:
A minimum of 3 per 1,000 feet of net
floor area and a maximum of 4.5
parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of
net floor area.
Eating and drinking establishments and
1 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
taverns,
Eating and drinking establishment
1 per 75 square feet of net floor area.
combination sit-down/drive-through
restaurant:
Retail sales and big -box retail sales:
A maximum of 0.4 per 100 square feet
of net floor area, except big -box retail
sales, which is allowed a maximum of
0.5 per 100 square feet of net floor area
if shared and/or structured parking is
provided.
Services, on -site (except as specified below):
A maximum of 0.4 per 100 square feet
of net floor area.
Clothing or shoe repair shops, furniture,
0.2 per 100 square feet of net floor area.
appliance, hardware stores, household
equipment:
Uncovered commercial area, outdoor
0.05 per 100 square feet of retail sales
nurseries:
area in addition to any parking
requirements for buildings.
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Recreational and entertainment uses:
Outdoor and indoor sports arenas,
1 for every 4 fixed seats or 1 per 100
auditoriums, stadiums, movie theaters, and
square feet of floor area of main
entertainment clubs:
auditorium or of principal place of
assembly not containing fixed seats,
whichever is greater.
Bowling alleys:
5 per alley.
Dance halls, dance clubs, and skating rinks:
1 per 40 square feet of net floor area.
Golf driving ranges:
1 per driving station.
Marinas:
2 per 3 slips. For private marina
associated with a residential complex,
then 1 per 3 slips. Also I loading area
per 25 slips.
Miniature golf courses:
1 per hole.
Other recreational:
1 per occupant based upon 50% of the
maximum occupant load as established
by the adopted Building and Fire Codes
of the City of Renton.
Travel trailers:
I per trailer site.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE CENTER DOWNTOWN
C�ZON E.-EXC-, PT-:S'H-CWPIN(:'. CENTF -R-S:
A ll-uses'aliuwe
-1 {� , 6f- '4'aoF
the fc wiFn ,�;;,
a tea— t These uses follow the
Exeet*ted Us Convalescent center, drive-
standards applied outside the Center
through retail, drive -through service,
Downtown Clo-e zone.
hotels, mortuaries, indoor sports arenas,
auditoriums, movie theaters, entertainment
clubs, bowling alleys, dance halls, dance
clubs, and other recreational uses.
All commercial uses allowed in the CD
A maximum of 1 space per 1,000 square
feet of net floor area, with no minlinum
Zone except for the uses listed above.
recce irement.
SHOPPING CENTERS:
Shopping centers (includes any type of
A minimum of 0.4 per 100 square feet of
business occupying a shopping center):
net floor area and a maximum of 0.5 per
100 square feet of net floor area. In the
UC-N]. and UC-N2 Zones, a maximum
of 0.4 per 100 square feet of net floor
area is permitted unless structured
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parking is provided, in which case 0.5
per 100 square feet of net floor area is
permitted. Drive -through retail or drive -
through service uses must comply with
the stacking space provisions listed
above
INDUSTRIAL/STORAGE ACTIVITIES:
Airplane hangars, tie -down areas:
Parking is not required. Hangar space or
tie -down areas are to be utilized for
necessary parking. Parking for offices
associated with hangars is 1 per 200
square feet.
Manufacturing and fabrication,
A minimuin of 0.1 per 100 square feet of
laboratories, and assembly and/or
net floor area and a maximum of 0.15
packaging operations:
spaces per 100 square feet of net floor
area (including warehouse space).
Self service storage:
I per 3,500 square feet of net floor area.
Maximum of three moving van./truck
spaces in addition to required parking
for self service storage uses in the RM-F
Zone.
Outdoor storage area:
0.05 per 100 square feet of area.
Warehouses and indoor story a buildin s:
1 per 1,500 square feet of net floor area.
PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC ACTIVITIES:
Religious institutions:
1 for every 5 seats in the main
auditorium, however, in no case shall
there be less than 10 spaces. For all
existing institutions enlarging the
seating capacity of their auditoriums, 1
additional parking space shall be
provided for every 5 additional seats
provided by the new construction. For
all institutions making structural
alterations or additions that do not
increase the seating capacity of the
auditorium, see "outdoor and indoor
sports arenas, auditoriums, stadiums,
movie theaters, and entertainment
clUbs."
Medical institutions:
I for every 3 beds, plus 1 per staff
doctor, plus 1 for every 3 employees.
Cultural facilities:
4 per 100 square feet.
Public post office:
0.3 for every 100 square feet.
Secure community transition facilities:
1 per 3 beds, plus i per staff member,
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_Fplus
1 per en7 to ee.
Schools:
Elementary and junior high:
I per employee. In addition, if buses for
the transportation of students are kept at
the school, 1 off-street parking space
shall be provided for each bus of a size
sufficient to park each bus.
Senior high schools: public, parochial and
_
1 per employee plus 1 space for every
private:
10 students enrolled. In addition, if
buses for the private transportation of
children are kept at the school, 1 off-
street parking space shall be provided
for each bus of a size sufficient to park
each bus
Colleges and universities, arts and crafts
I per employee plus 1 for every 3
schools/studios, and trade or vocational
students residing on campus, plus I
schools:
space for every 5 day students not
residing on campus. In addition, if buses
for transportation of students are kept at
the school, 1 off-street parking space
shall be provided for each bus of a size
sufficient to park each bus.
4-4-100 SIGN REGULATIONS:
H. SIGNS WITHIN CITY CENTER - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Purpose of Special Regulations: The purpose of the City Center sign regulations
is to provide sign standards and regulations which recognize and strengthen the
unique character of the City ("enter area businesses and streets, provide for
appropriate signage which contributes to the economic vitality of the area and which
complements its enviromnent, and to enhance the pedestrian orientation of the
district.
2. Applicability: The sign standards of this subsection shall apply to the property
contained within the City Center sign regulation boundaries as shown in the following
figure, generally described as including: land which is zoi�ente rrwithin
the Urban Design Regulations District `A', a ^r,, a;,1 , y^*� ; ted oz:r4 rt ve ue
Sa ult; r l� Erft e ir�#erst'e era e; Way; Wid zened r-,.,, mei-ei -al
l ic4lies east offal Aven to t andS("A+t t
Saeo afid 1Soufli-&-eoffd
so-eet seA T-11i d npareels
ric lutve ar}ta errl ti i� u S--W�', I-B',liere tharr � red -
feet l fl}uaortltof ottl� 4414'Stfeet;-RRd htnf'.)nel MUltiF„-. .ily b
lies let: z#i da R c a3u Seu#Iyz Second Stfeet
Seer and Setarfi-fllr5��et.
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3. Map of CITY CENTER SIGN REGULATION BOUNDARIES: T{ NSERT
MAP OF DISTRICT A
3. Map al CITY CENTER SIGN REGULATION BOUND kME$:
4. Type and number of permanent signs allowed:
a. Residential/Churches/Schools: Residential occupancies, churches, and
schools in the City Center are subject to the requirements of subsection E4 of this
Section, Signs Permitted in All Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Zones.
b. Nonresidential Uses: Nonresidential occupancies (excluding churches and
schools) are subject to the following standards based upon sign category:
SIGN TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR ,
Y
CATEGOR
Freestan
OR
Ground
OR
Wall
Y A
ding
Select only
one of the
following
sign types:
Number
One
One ground sign
Each individual ground -level
freestan
per street frontage
business may have one wall
ding
for each single
sign for each business facade
sign per
occupancy
fronting on a public street.In
street
building, multi-
addition, in multiple building
frontage
occupancy
complexes or for multi-
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for each
building, or
occupancy buildings each
single
multiple building
ground -level tenant with an
occupan
complex. The
exterior business facade may
cy
maximum number
have one wall sign to
building
of signs is 2.
identify individual tenant
located
spaces.
on
corner
lot,
multi-
occupan
cy
building
, or
multiple
building
complex
. The
maximu
m
I
number
o I` s igns
is 2.
Mix of
An applicant for a business leaving more than one street frontage may
options for
substitute an allowed Category A sign type for another Category A sign
lots with
type; however, the maximum number of signs shall not be exceeded. For
multiple
example, on a corner lot, an applicant may request one ground sign facing
frontages
one street frontage, and one freestanding sign facing the other street
frontage.
Multi-
Multi -occupancy buildings or multiple building complexes with 50,000
Occupancy
square feet of gross leasable floor area or greater, and with frontage on
buildings or
Rainier Avenue S., may choose to comply with either: (1)The above
multiple
Category A regulations; or
building
(2)Freestanding or ground signs and wall signs per the following
complexes —
standards:
greater than
(i)Freestanding or Ground Signs: Have only one sign for each street
50,000
frontage of any one of the following types: Freestanding, ground, or
square feet
combination. Each freestanding or ground sign shall not exceed an
with
area greater than 1.5 square feet for each lineal foot of property
frontage on
frontage which the business occupies up to a. maximum of 300 square
Rainier Ave.
feet; or if such sign is multi- faced, the maximum allowance shall not
S.
be more than 300 square feet. However, a maximum of one-half of
the allowed square footage is allowed on each face. Businesses with
less than 25 lineaI front feet may have a sign of a maximum of 20
square feet per face. In addition, one freestanding sign is allowed for
each street frontage of the complex. Each sign shall not exceed an
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area greater than 1.5 square foot for each linear foot of property
frontage, not to exceed 150 square feet per sign face and a maximum
j of 300 square feet including all sign. faces.
(ii)Wall Signs: In addition to the above freestanding or ground signs,
wall signs are permitted with a total copy area not exceeding 20% of
the building facade to which it is applied. Roof signs are prohibited
per subsection C11 of this Section. Projecting signs are regulated per
this subsection and subsection 115d of this Section.
Buildings 40
Buildings 40 feet or greater in height may choose to comply with either:
feet or
(1)The above Category A regulations; or
greater in
(2)Freestanding or ground signs and wall signs per the following
height
standards.
(i)Freestanding or Ground Signs: Have only one sign for each street
frontage of any one of the following types: Freestanding, ground, or
combination. Each freestanding or ground sign shall not exceed an
area greater than 1.5 square feet for each lineal foot of property
frontage which the business occupies up to a maximum of 300 square
feet; or if such sign is multi- faced, the maximum allowance shall not
be more than 300 square feet. However, a maximum of one-half of
the allowed square footage is allowed on each face.
(ii)Wall Signs: In addition to the above freestanding or ground signs,
wall signs arc permitted with a total copy area not exceeding 20% of
the building facade to which it is applied. Roof signs are prohibited
per subsection C 11 of this Section. Projecting signs are regulated per
this subsection and subsection 145d of this Section.
SIGN
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR
Y
CATEGOR i
Projecti
O
Awning Sign, or Canopy Sign, or Marquee Sign, or
Y B
ng Sign
R
'rraditional Marquee Sign
Select only
one of the
following
sign types
allowed in
addition to
signs of
Category A.
Number
Each
Each individual ground -level business may have one
individu
sign for each business facade fronting on a public
a]
street.In addition, in multiple building complexes or for
ground-
multi -occupancy buildings each ground -level tenant with
level
an exterior business facade may have one sign to identify
business
individual tenant spaces.
may
A series of awnings or canopies upon a single business
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have and located on a single street frontage are considered as
one sign one awning or canopy.
for each
business
facade
fronting
on a
public
street -In
addition
in
multiple
building
complex
es or for
multi-
1 occupan
cy
b uilding
s each
ground -
level
tenant
with an
exterior
business
facade
may
have
one sign
to
identify
individu
al tenant
spaces.
SIGN
CATEGOR
Y
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS ALLOWED
CATEGOR
Under
AN
Secondary Wall,
AN
If applicable, Multi-
Y C:
Awning
D
Projecting, or
D
Occupancy Building Sign,
Allowed in
/ Under
Awning Sign,
or Multiple Building
addition to
Canopy
Having No
Complex Wall Sign
signs of
/ Under
Internal
Categories A
Marque
Illumination
and B_
e
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Number
One per
One sign, having
(1)
ground-
no internal
feet above grade, measured
level
illumination, per
to the bottom of the sign.
business
business facade
per
which does not
public
contain a Category
entrance
A or B sign;
maximum of 2
secondary signs.
5.a.FREESTANDING SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-
100KI6, K17 and
Kl S)
(1)General: Each sign
(4) 20 feet,
(5) Setbacks shall be
(7) Minimum 15
shall not exceed an
measured to
consistent with the
foot clearance
area greater than 1.5
the top of the
Zoning Code.
above traffic
square feet for each
sign or sign
(b)Property with street
aisles and
lineal foot of street
structure,
frontage on Rainier
driveways.
frontage which the
whichever is
Avenue S.: The sign shall
building or cornplex
higher.
be located along Rainier
occupies up to a
Avenue S. and set back a
maximum of 25
minimum distance of 100
square feet per face;
lineal feet from the right -
the maximum
of -way of S. Third Street.
cumulative square
This setback shall not
footage of all faces of
apply to multi -occupancy
a sign is 50 square
buildings or multiple
feet.
building complexes with
50,000 square feet gross
(2)Property with
leasable floor area or
frontage on Rainier
greater, having frontage
Avenue S.: In lieu of
on Rainier Avenue S.
the sign area
requirements of
subsection (1) of this
chart, each sign shall
not exceed an area
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greater than 1.5
square feet for each
lineal foot of street
frontage which the
building or complex
occupies up to a
maximum of 75
square feet per face;
the maximum
cumulative square
footage of all faces of
a sign is 150 square
feet, provided, that the
sign is located in
accordance with
subsection (6) of this
chart.
(3)Multi-occupancy
buildings or multiple
building complexes
with b eater than
50,000 square feet
gross leasable floor
area, having frontage
on Rainier Avenue S.:
Such uses may
comply with the
standards of
subsections (1) or (2)
of this chart, or 'kvith
subsection H4b of this
Section, Type and
Number of Permanent
Signs Allowed.
Freestanding sign area
may be transferred
from within the City
Center sign regulation
boundaries to
contiguously owned
property outside of
the Citv Center sign
regulation boundaries.
Only sign area may be
transferred, not the
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number of allowed
signs. Where
transferred, the
maximum size of the
freestanding sign shall
not exceed the limits
of subsection 114b of
this Section, Type and
Number of Permanent
Signs Allowed.
5.b.
GROUND SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES RASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-IOOK16,
K17 and
(1)General; Each
(4) 5 feet if
(5) Setbacks shall be
-KM
sign shall not
perpendicular to the
consistent with the
exceed an area
right-of-way; 4 feet
Zoning Code, and
greater than 1.5
if the sign is not
RNIC 4-4-100L1b.
square feet for each
placed
(6) Property with
lineal foot of street
perpendicular to the
street frontage on
frontage which the
right-of-way. Height
Rainier Avenue S..-
building or complex
is measured to the
The ground sign
occupies up to a
top of the sign or
shall be located
maximum of 25
sign structure,
along Rainier
square feet per face,
whichever is higher.
Avenue S. and
the maximum
setback a minimum
cumulative square
distance of 100
footage of all faces
lineal feet from the
of a sign is 50
right-of-way of S.
square feet.
Third Street. This
(2)Property with
setback shall not
frontage on Rainier
apply to multi -
Avenue S.: In lieu
occupancy buildings
of the sign area
or multiple building
requirements of
complexes with
subsection (1) of
50,000 square feet
this chart, each sign
gross leasable floor
shall not exceed an
area or greater,
area greater than 1.5
having frontage on
square feet for each
Rainier Avenue S.
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lineal foot of street
frontage which the
building or complex
occupies up to a
maximum of 75
square feet per face;
the maxiinum
cumulative square
footage of all faces
of a sign is 150
square feet;
provided, that the
sign is located in
accordance with
subsection (6) of
this chart.
(3)Multi-occupancy
buildings or
multiple building
complexes with
greater than 50,000
square feet gross
leasable floor area,
having frontage on
Rainier Avenue S..-
Such uses may
comply with the
sign area standards
of subsections (1) or
(2) of this chart, or
with the sire
standards of
subsection H4b of
this Section, Type
and Number of
Permanent Signs
Allowed. Ground
sign area may be
transferred from
within the City
Center sign
regulation
boundaries to
Contiguously owned
property outside of
the City Center 5i
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regulation
boundaries. Only
sign area may be
transferred, not the
number of allowed
signs. Where
transferred, the
maximum size of
the ground sign
shall not exceed the
limits of subsection
114b of this Section,
Type and Number
of Permanent Signs
Allowed.
5.c.
WALL SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17
and K18)
1)General. Each
(4) The wall sign
(5) The sign shall be
(9) When projecting
sign shalt not
shall be placed on
mounted on or
over a public right -
exceed an area
the facade not more
above the business
of -way (maximurn
greater than 1.5
than 25 feet above
facade to which it is
12 inches), a
square feet for each
the grade, measured
associated.
minimum of 8 feet
lineal foot of
to the top of the
(6) The wall sign
clearance above the
business facade
sign. Wall signs on
shall be placed on a
surface of the
fronting a street, up
multi -occupancy
business facade
sidewalk is required.
to 100 square feet
buildings or
having street
maximum.
multiple building
frontage; or, it shall
(2) Multi -occupancy
complexes with
be placed on or
buildings or
50,000 square feet
above the business
multiple building
gross leasable floor
entrance, if the
complexes with
area or greater,
business has an
50,000 square feet
having frontage on
exterior facade
gross leasable floor
Rainier Avenue S.
which does not face
area or greater,
or buildings 40 feet
a street, and the
having frontage on
or greater in height
business is located
Rainier Avenue S:
maybe placed
in a multi -tenant
In lieu of subsection
anywhere on the
building or multiple
(1), the sign area
facade and the top
building complex.
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standards of
of the sign shall not
(7) The thickness of
subsection H4b of
extend vertically
that portion of a
this Section, Type
above the fascia of
wall sign which
and Number of
the building.
projects over a
Permanent Signs
public right-of-way
Allowed, may be
shall not exceed 12
met.
inches.
(3) Buildings 40 feet
(8) Wall signs
or greater in height:
located more than
In lieu of subsection
above 25 feet above
(1), the sign area
grade, measured to
standards of
the top of the sign,
subsection H4b of
shall only contain
this Section, Type
the namc and/or
and Number of
logo of the
Permanent Signs
business(cs) or
Allowed, may be
development.
met,
5.d.
PROJECTING SIGNS
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAKIMUv1 SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17
and K18)
(1) Unlit, externally
(4) Shall not be
(5) The sign shall be
(10) When
illuminated, or tube
located more than
placed on a business
projecting over a
illuminated: Such
25 feet above the
facade having street
public right-of-way,
projecting signs are
grade, measured to
frontage; or, it shall
a minimum of 8 feet
allowed a maximum
the top of the sign or
be placed on or
clearance above the
of 12 square feet per
sign structure,
above the business
surface of the
face; the maximum
whichever is higher.
entrance, if the
sidewalk is required.
cumulative square
business has an
footage of all faces
exterior facade
of a sign is 24
which does not face
square feet.
a street, and the
(2) Internally
business is located
illuminated: Such
in a multi -tenant
signs are allowed a
building or multiple
maximum of G
building complex.
square feet per face;
(6) The sign shall be
the maximum
no more than 3 feet
cumulative s uare
tall.
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footage of all faces
(7) A projecting
of a sign is 12
sign may extend
square feet.
over the public
(3) Combination of
right-of-way by no
illumination: The
more than 4 feet
maximum size of
from the wall it is
the combination
mounted on.
sign shall be 12
(8) The faces of a
square feet per face;
projecting sign shali
the maximum
be separated by a
cumulative square
maximum of 12
footage of all faces
inches.
of a combination
(9) The sign shall be
sign is 24 square
mounted on or
feet. Up to 50° o
above the business
maxinniwn of' the
facade to which it is
combination sign, 6
associated.
square feet per face,
may be internally
illuminated.
5.e. AWNING SIGN, CANOPY SIGN, MARQUEE SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
AREA
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
LOCATION AND
OTHER
LIMITATIONS
REQUIRED
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17,
KIS and N3b)
(1) Awning, canopy,
None.
(3) Sign copy shall
(9) Sign structures
or marquee sign: A
only be located on
shall be located a
maximum of 50
the vertical faces of
minimum of 8 feet
square feet of copy
the awning, canopy,
above the surface of
may appear on the
or marquee.
the sidewalk. Where
vertical face area.
(4) Maximum
under awning, under
(2) Traditional
height/thickness of
canopy, or under
marquee sign: The
awning/canopy with
marquee signs are
maximum copy area
a sign: 10 feet.
anticipated, the
is 150 square feet
(5) Maximum
clearance should be
per face; the
height/thickness of
increased to
cumulative square
marquee: in
accommodate them
footage of all faces
accordance with the
as necessary.
of a sign is 300
adopted edition of
square feet total.
the Uniform
Building Code.
(6) Building canoe
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poles shall not be
placed in a manner
which interferes
with pedestrian or
wheelchair travel
upon a sidewalk.
(7) Awnings,
building canopies,
and marquees and
the attached or
associated signs
may extend over the
right-of-way
according to the
terms of the adopted
Uniform Building
Code.
(8) The sign shall be
mounted above the
business facade to
which it is
associated.
51.UNDER AWNING SIGN, CANOPY SIGN, MARQUEE SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
MAXIMUM
LOCATION AND
REQUIRED
AREA
HEIGHT
OTHER
CLEARANCES
LIMITATIONS
(Refer also to RMC
4-4-100K16, K17,
K18 and Nab)
(1) 6 square feet.
None
(2) The sign shall
(4) Minimum 8 feet
not extend beyond
above the surface of
the awning, canopy,
the sidewalk.
or marquee to which
it is attached.
(3) The sign shall
not be more than 12
inches thick.
5-g. SECONDARY SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN I MAXIMUM LOCATION AND I REQUIRED
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AREA
HEIGHT
OTIIER
LIMITATIONS
CLEARANCES
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-100K16,
K17 and K18)
(1) Secondary wall
(3) Secondary wall
(4) Secondary signs
(8) When projecting
or awning signs:
or projecting signs
shall not be located
over a public right -
Each sign shall not
shall not be located
on a business facade
of -way, a minimum
exceed an area
more than 25 feet
containing a
of 8 feet clearance
greater than one
above the grade,
Category A or B
above the surface of
square foot for each
measured to the top
sign, or another
the entryway is
lineal foot of
of the sign or sign
secondary sign.
required.
business facade, up
structure, whichever
(5) Secondary signs
to maximum of 25
is higher.
shall not be
square feet.
internally
(2) Secondary
illuminated. Such
projecting signs:
signs may be unlit,
Maximum of 6
externally
square feet.
illuminated or have
tube illumination.
(6) Maximum
height or thickness
of awning with a
sign: 10 feet.
(7) Awning signs:
Sign copy shall be
located on the
vertical faces of the
awning.
5.h. MULTI -OCCUPANCY OR MULTIPLE BUILDING COMPLEX SIGN
SIZE, HEIGHT AND LOCATIONS ALLOWED FOR PERMANENT SIGNS FOR
NONRESIDENTIAL USES BASED UPON SIGN TYPE:
MAXIMUM SIGN
MAXIMUM
LOCATION AND
REQUIRED
AREA
HEIGHT
OTHER
CLEARANCES
LIMITATIONS
(Refer also to
RMC 4-4-100K165
K17 and K18
(1) Buildings less
(3) Buildings less
(5) Buildings less
(8) When projecting
than 40 feet in
than 40 feet in
than 40 feet in
over a public riglit-
height: The
height: The wall
height: The sign
of -way, a minimum
maximum square
sign shall be placed
shall be located on a
of 8 feet clearance
footage limitation is
on the facade not
business facade
above the grade is
100 square feet.
more than 25 feet
which does not
required.
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(2) Buildings 40 feet
above the grade,
contain any other
in height or greater:
measured to the top
Category A or B
The maximum
of the sign.
sign.
square footage
(4) Buildings 40 feet
(6) Buildings 40 feet
limitation is 100
in height or greater:
in height or greater:
square feet unless
The wall sign may
There are no
the choice is made
be placed anywhere
restrictions on
to comply with
on the facade.
facade placement.
subsection H4b of
(7) The sign shall
this Section, Type
only contain the
and Number of
business name
Signs Allowcd for
and/or logo of each
Nonresidential
development.
Uses.
6. Letter Size Limitations for Permanent Signs for Nonresidential Uses Based Upon
Distance from Right -of -Way:
a. Maximum Letter Height: The maximum letter height of signs shall be as follows:
DISTANC
FREESTANDIN
AWNING SIGN/CANOPY SIGN/
MULTI-
E OF
G, GROUND,
MARQUEE SIGN
OCCUPANC
SIGN
WALL,
Y OR
FROM
PROJECTING,
MULTIPLE
RIGHT-
TRADITIONAL
BUILDING
OF -WAY
MARQUEE
COMPLEX
SIGN
SIGN
Within 50
24 inches
12 inches
6 inches
feet:
(applies to
letters and
Logo)
Between 50
36 inches
6 inches
feet and
12 inches
(applies to
1.00 feet:
letters and
logo)
More than
48 inches
12 inches
6 inches
100 feet:
{applies to
letters and
logo)
b. Exemption from Letter Size Limits: The following properties are exempt from
the maximum letter height requirements of subsection H6a of this Section:
i. Multi -occupancy buildings or multiple building complexes with fifty thousand
(50,000) square feet gross leasable floor area or greater, having frontage on
Rainie3- Avenue S.; or
ii. Properties with frontage on Rainier Avenue S.; or
iii. Buildings exceeding forty feet (40') in height.
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7. Special Allowance for City Center Signs to Project into Right -of -Way: See
subsection L2c(ii) of this Section.
8. Temporary/Special Permit Signs: In addition to the permanent signs described in
subsection H6b of this Section, temporary signs per subsection .1 of this Section,
Temporary Signs, are also allowed.
9. Modifications of City Center Sign Regulations:
a. Authority and Purpose: The, Development Services Director may grant a
modification from the sign standards for individual signs which do not meet the
specific provisions of the City Center sign standards when the proposed sign is
intended to accomplish one of the following purposes:
i. Respond to the needs of the public in locating a business establishment; or
it. Assist business in contributing to the economic well-being of the community;
or
iii. Install a sign that is considered to be historic or of historic value by the
advertising industry or a recognized historic presen!ation organization, provided
that such entity was not involved in the: use, design or production of the proposed
sign; or
iv. Result in a reduction of signs on a site; or
v. Result in a reduction in the number of freestanding or ground signs otherwise
allowed; or
vi. Result in a coordinated sign plan for a multi -tenant building or multiple
building complex.
b. Review Criteria: If the Development Services Director determines that the intent
of the proposed sign accomplishes one of the above purposes, the Development
Services Director may grant a modification request provided the proposed sign also
meets all of the following criteria:
i. The modification will not create a significant adverse impact to other property
or improvements in the immediate vicinity of the subject property; and
ii. The modification will not increase the number of signs allowed by this
Chapter; and
ill. The modification will not increase the allowed height or area of any wall,
projecting, awning/canopy/marquee/traditional marquee, or secondary sigh by
more than twenty five percent (25%); and
iv. The modification will not increase the allowed height or area of any
freestanding or ground sign; and
v. The modification does not create a public safety hazard.
c. Variance May Be Required: Proposals which do not rneet the purposes or criteria
of subsections H9a and H9b of this Section may be reviewed as variance applications
as provided in subsection R of this Section.
d. Fees: Fees shall be as stipulated by RMC 4-1-140M4.
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